Drosanthemum bicolor (Dew Flower)
Botanical Information
| Family | Aizoaceae |
| Genus | Drosanthemum |
| Species | bicolor |
| Category | Tropicals |
| Type | Shrub (deciduous) |
| Origin | Native to the Western Cape, South Africa. |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 9a-11 |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone | Requires cold protection under glass. |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Zone | H1c-H4 |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Temperature (°C) | -6.7-10 |
| Temperature (°F) | 20-50 |
| Height | 50-100 cm |
| Growth | Fast |
| Flowering Period | September, October, November |
Description and Growing Information
| Landscape | Works well in rock gardens or in a border. |
| Propagation | Propagated by seed or woody cuttings. For faster results soak seed in hot water before sowing. |
| Cultivation | Grows best in sandy, well-drained soils in full sun. |
| Notable Specimens | Tresco Abbey Garden, Tresco, Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom. |
| Habitat | Found in hot, rocky environments. |
| Flower Description | The daisy-like flowers are yellow with red tips. |
| Fruit Description | The capsules are brown and round. |
Photographs
Drosanthemum bicolor, form. Tresco Abbey Garden, Tresco, Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom.
Drosanthemum bicolor, leaf. Tresco Abbey Garden, Tresco, Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom.