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Shrubs
Size
Ultimate height
1–1.5 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
1–1.5 metresGrowing conditions
Loam
Sand
Moisture
Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
Spring | Grey Silver Green | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Summer | Yellow | Green | ||
Autumn | Green | |||
Winter | Green |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
West–facing or South–facing
Exposure
Exposed or ShelteredDrought resistance
Yes Hardiness
H3Botanical details
- Family
- Asteraceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Bushy
- Genus
Athanasia are a group of flowering plants, native to Southern Africa. A dense, leafy shrub with grey to green leaves and tightly packed florets of daisy-like flowers.
- Name status
Correct
How to grow
Cultivation
Can be grown outdoors in mild areas in well-drained soil in a sunny position
Propagation
Propagate by seed or semi-ripe cuttings
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- City and courtyard gardens
- Cottage and informal garden
- Gravel garden
- Mediterranean climate plants
- Banks and slopes
- Flower borders and beds
Pruning
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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