Brachyglottis compacta

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Address: 284 Meeanee Road, Meeanee, Napier, 4112, New Zealand
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Brachyglottis Compacta, Castlepoint Daisy, Senecio compactus

Brachyglottis compacta is a NZ native shrub that features colourful foliage and flowers. The grey-dark green leaves become adorned with masses of yellow, daisy-like flowers during summer. This evergreen shrub typically grows to 1 m tall and the same wide, preferring a full sun position that is well-drained. Brachyglottis compacta works well in most plantings and is great for brightening up an area. It is often included in a mixed planting, planted around outdoor living areas, used in coastal gardens, or mass planted.

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Suited to regions:	All regions
Plant type:	Shrubs
Height:	1.00 m
Spread:	1.00 m
Flowering time:	Summer
Tolerances:	Coastal, Hardy
Garden uses:	Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Pool areas
Garden styles:	Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Mediterranean, Modern, Native
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as	Brachyglottis Compacta, Castlepoint Daisy, Senecio compactus

Brachyglottis compacta Details

Brachyglottis compacta is a NZ native shrub that features colourful foliage and flowers. The grey-dark green leaves become adorned with masses of yellow, daisy-like flowers during summer. This evergreen shrub typically grows to 1 m tall and the same wide, preferring a full sun position that is well-drained. Wet soils should be avoided though it is tolerant of moderate frost and coastal conditions. It can be trimmed to maintain a shapely form and this should be undertaken after flowering. Brachyglottis compacta works well in most plantings and is great for brightening up an area. It is often included in a mixed planting, planted around outdoor living areas, used in coastal gardens, or mass planted. It is easy to grow and very forgiving.