Felicia

Felicia Amelloides – NZ’s Best Blue Marguerite Daisy Plants

Growing colourful perennials such as Blue Marguerite Daisy in your garden delivers a vast range of benefits:

• They are visual plants that add impact to a space.
• They attract birds and bees, creating both food and biodiversity.
• Street appeal can be greatly enhanced.
• Children can learn the plants and become more involved with nature.
• These plants will bring you pleasure for many years to come.

We have the largest variety of Blue Daisy plants and the right one for your space. Our Felicia amelloides have been selected to thrive in NZ’s climate. We grow and stock only the highest quality plants, sourcing them locally, and from NZ’s leading nurseries. Each plant is packed and transported with extreme care, ensuring it arrives to you in the same condition it was in when it left the nursery. If you are wanting to buy Felicia amelloides, shop with confidence from the best in the industry.

Felicia Amelloides Questions

1. Does Felicia come back every year?

Felicia is a perennial plant and does come back every year. To help your plants come back every year, it is important to provide them with proper care. This includes watering them regularly, feeding them, and deadheading their spent flowers. Felicia plants are also relatively drought-tolerant, so they can tolerate occasional periods of dry weather.

2. What is the common name for Felicia plant?

The most common common name for the Felicia plant is blue daisy bush. It is also sometimes known as blue marguerite, blue felicia bush, Paris daisy, bloumagriet, or blou-astertjie.

Felicia is a genus of plants in the family Asteraceae. It is native to South Africa and contains over 100 species. Felicia plants are known for their beautiful blue daisy-like flowers, which bloom in the spring and summer. They are also relatively low-growing and easy to care for, making them a popular choice for gardeners of all skill levels.

3. How are Felicia plants used?

Felicia plants can be used in a variety of ways in the garden. They are often planted as ground covers, border plants, or maintained in containers. They are also a popular choice for rock gardens and wildflower areas.

If you are looking for a beautiful and easy-to-care-for plant to add to your garden, consider planting a Felicia plant. You won't be disappointed!

4. Should Felicia be cut back?

Felicia should be cut back in autumn or winter, after it has finished flowering. This will help to keep the plant healthy and promote new growth in the spring. To cut back Felicia, simply reduce the overall size of the plant by about one-third. Be sure to make sharp cuts with clean shears.

5. How big do Felicia plants get?

Felicia plants typically grow to be between 30-60 cm tall and wide. However, some varieties can grow to be even larger. For example, Felicia amelloides, also known as blue daisy bush, can grow to be up to 1 m tall and wide.

6. Where is Felicia native to?

Felicia is native to southern Africa, with most species occurring in the Cape Floristic Region, a biodiversity hotspot renowned for its rich floral diversity. The genus Felicia comprises over 80 species, with the majority being endemic to South Africa. Some species extend their range into eastern Africa, reaching Sudan and the southwestern Arabian Peninsula. Along the west coast, Felicia species can be found from the Cape to Angola, with one species having outposts on the Cameroon-Nigeria border and central Nigeria.

7. Is Felicia amelloides a perennial?

Felicia amelloides is a perennial plant, which means it lives for more than two years. It is a popular choice for gardens because it is easy to care for and produces beautiful, long-lasting flowers. Felicia amelloides is native to South Africa, but it can be grown in many other parts of the world, including New Zealand.

8. Can you grow felicia from cuttings?

Propagating Felicia from cuttings is a fantastic, cost-effective way to expand your plant collection.

• Spring and early summer are ideal times for taking cuttings, as the plants are actively growing and have sufficient energy to root. Avoid taking cuttings during periods of extreme heat or drought.
• Select healthy, non-flowering stems that are about 100-150 mm long. Look for stems that are firm but not woody. Avoid branches with any signs of disease or pests.
• Remove the bottom leaves from the cutting, leaving only a few pairs of leaves at the top. This will minimize water loss and encourage rooting.
• Dip the base of the cutting in rooting hormone powder.
• You can root the cuttings in various mediums, including:
  • Seed starting mix: A lightweight, well-draining mix is ideal.
  • Perlite: Provides good drainage and aeration.
  • Sand and potting mix: A 50/50 mix offers good drainage and moisture retention.
• Fill a small pot with your chosen rooting medium and moisten it thoroughly.
• Make a hole in the centre of the medium and insert the cutting, gently firming the soil around it.
• Water the cutting lightly to settle the soil.
• Place the pot in a bright, indirect light location. Avoid direct sunlight, which can scorch the leaves.
• Keep the soil consistently moist but not soggy.
• Cover the pot with a clear plastic bag or dome to maintain humidity.
• Mist the leaves occasionally, especially if the air is dry.
• After a few weeks, you should see new growth developing. Once the roots are well-established (usually 4-6 weeks), gradually remove the plastic covering and acclimate the cuttings to the surrounding humidity.
• Once hardened off, transplant the rooted cuttings into individual pots or your desired garden location.

9. What is the lifespan of a felicia plant?

Here's a general idea of the lifespan of different Felicia types:

• Felicia amelloides: As a perennial, this popular species can live for 3-5 years with proper care.
• Felicia bergeriana: This annual variety typically only lives for one growing season (spring to autumn).
• Other Felicia species: Lifespans can vary depending on the specific species, but many fall within the range of 1-3 years.

Remember, these are just estimates, and the actual lifespan of your Felicia plant ultimately depends on the specific factors mentioned above. By providing your Felicia with the best possible care and attention, you can help it live a long and healthy life.