Brachyscome angustifolia (Swan River Daisy)


Botanical Information

FamilyAsteraceae
GenusBrachyscome
Speciesangustifolia
SynonymsBrachyscome linearifolia
CategoryPerennials
OriginNative to South Australia.

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone9
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)-7°
Height20 - 30 cm
GrowthFast
Flowering PeriodMarch, April, May

Description and Growing Information

ShapeClump-forming and linear.
LandscapeBorders and ornamental use.
PropagationSeed and cuttings.
CultivationFull sun and partial-shade in moist, well-drained, sandy loamy soils.
PestsSlugs.
Notable SpecimensKings Park and Botanical Garden, Perth, Australia.
HabitatOpen forests and alpine areas.
Leaf DescriptionLinear, simple, alternating leaves oblanceolate, dentate, sessile and can grow up to 50 mm long.
Flower DescriptionThe perennials are clump-forming and are 20 - 30 cm high. Bloom in spring but might occur sporadically throughout the year. Produce corymbs of many-stellate flowers from March to May. Daisy-like Flowers.
Colour DescriptionThe perennials are a pink or mauve colour.

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