Brachyscome bellidioides


Botanical Information

FamilyAsteraceae
GenusBrachyscome
Speciesbellidioides
CategoryAnnuals, Perennials
OriginNative to Western Australia.

Details

USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Height45 cm
GrowthFast
Flowering PeriodAugust, September, October

Description and Growing Information

ShapeErect and matting.
LandscapeMass planting, ornamental use and borders.
PropagationCutting, seed and layering.
CultivationFull sun and partial-shade. Prefers sandy to clay soils. Relatively frost tolerant but foliage may burn.
Notable SpecimensKings Park and Botanical Garden, Perth, Australia.
HabitatForest and grasslands.
Leaf DescriptionThe foliage is fine and deeply divided.
Flower DescriptionThe flower heads rise above the foliage on 4 - 40 cm long peduncles. The flowers are 7 - 10 mm long and are daisy-like. Flowering season is autumn to mid-winter and may appear throughout the year.
Colour DescriptionThe foliage is a green. The flowers are a pinkish-white or mauve colour.

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