African Daisy
Euryops pectinatus
An evergreen shrub featuring deeply divided, fern-like grey-green leaves and bright, daisy-like yellow flowers that bloom profusely on long stems.
- Light
- Full sun, requiring at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.
- Water
- Moderate watering. Water thoroughly when the top inch of soil is dry, and reduce watering during winter months while maintaining good drought tolerance once established.
- Growth
- A rounded, evergreen subshrub with a moderate growth rate, reaching a mature height and spread of 2 to 5 feet.
Care instructions
Provide full sunlight exposure, well-draining soil, and moderate watering, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring.
Growing details
Sunlight
Full sun, requiring at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.
Watering
Moderate watering. Water thoroughly when the top inch of soil is dry, and reduce watering during winter months while maintaining good drought tolerance once established.
Soil
Well-draining sandy or loamy soil with a neutral to slightly acidic pH range between 6.0 and 7.0.
Hardiness zone
USDA zones 9 through 11, grown as an annual in colder regions.
Growth habit
A rounded, evergreen subshrub with a moderate growth rate, reaching a mature height and spread of 2 to 5 feet.
Bloom season
Blooms continuously from autumn through spring, producing bright yellow, daisy-like composite flower heads.
Propagation
Propagated easily through semi-hardwood stem cuttings taken in spring or summer, or grown from seed.
Common pests & issues
Prone to root rot if soil drainage is poor. Aphids and whiteflies can occasionally affect foliage; treat with insecticidal soap if infestations occur.
Similar species
Euryops chrysanthemoides (African Bush Daisy), which has broader, less divided leaves and slightly larger flower heads.