Masses of daisy flowers that open up mauve and age to pure white are displayed on a compact mounding shrub. Prune after flowering to maintain a compact shape. Prefers a moist, free draining soil, and a sunny or lightly shaded position.
Olearia tomentosa ‘Mauve Magic’ – Toothed Daisy Bush
Plant Information
Plant Type - Small shrub
Common Name - Olearia
Scientific Name - Olearia tomentosa
Family - Asteraceae
Cultivar Name - Mauve Magic
Other Common Name -
Minimum Height - 0.75
Maximum Height - 1
Minimum Width - 0.75
Maximum Width - 1
Flower Colour - White, Mauve
Flowering Time - Spring, Summer
pH Level - Acid, Neutral, Alkaline
Soil Type - Loamy, Sandy loam, Clay loam, Potting mix
Plant Environment - Container growing, Cottage garden, Flower garden, Drought resistant
Climate Zone - Warm temperate, Cool temperate
Light - Sunny, Light shade
Growth Habit - Evergreen, Mound-shaped
Life Span -
Soil Moisture - Moist moderate drainage
Propagation Method -
Frost Tolerance - Tolerates light frost
Plant Usage - Feature plant
Special Uses - Cut flower, Pipe and drain friendly, Playground friendly
Attracts Wildlife - Bees, Butterflies, Other insects
Angus Cultivar -