Xerochrysum bracteatum ‘Lucky Penny’ – Everlasting Daisy

The compact, low growing form of this everlasting daisy, along with its very long flowering period are the key features of this showy, butterfly attracting native plant. It makes an outstanding pot plant for small gardens and courtyards or can be used as a flowering border for larger areas. Be sure to remove the spent flower heads to keep the blooms coming and give it a feed in spring and at the beginning of autumn to get it to reach its full flowering potential. Introduced by Zanthorrea Nursery from Perth, Western Australia.

 

Family : Asteraceae
Cultivar Name: 'Lucky Penny'
Plant Type : Clumping perennial
Width : 0.4
Flowering Time : Spring, Summer
Soil Type : Sandy, Loamy, Sandy loam, Potting mix
Climate Zone : Warm temperate, Cool temperate, Mediterranean, Cool
Growth Habit : Evergreen, Dense foliage, Mound-shaped
Soil Moisture : Well-drained, Moist moderate drainage
Special Uses : Playground friendly
Scientific Name: Xerochrysum bracteatum
Common Name : Everlasting Daisy
Height : 0.2
Flower Color : White, Orange
pH Level : Acid, Neutral
Plant Environment : Courtyard, Poolside, Container growing, Cottage garden, Flower garden, Wildflower meadow
Light : Sunny, Light shade
Lifespan : Perennial, Short lived
Frost Tolerance : Tolerates light frost
Attracts Wildlife : Bees, Butterflies, Other insects