Euryops Pectinatus

Euryops Pectinatus

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SKU: euryops-pectinatus Category:
Common Name: Grey Leaved Euryops
Size: 3 litre
Hardiness: H3
Hardiness Ratings

All ratings refer to the UK growing conditions unless otherwise stated. Minimum temperature ranges (in degrees ˚C) are shown in brackets

  • H1a: under glass all year (>15˚C)
  • H1b: can be grown outside in the summer (10 - 15 ˚C)
  • H1c: can be grown outside in the summer (5 - 10 ˚C)
  • H2: tolerant of low temperatures, but not surviving being frozen (1 to 5 ˚C)
  • H3: hardy in coastal and relatively mild parts of the UK (-5 to 1 ˚C)
  • H4: hardy through most of the UK (-10 to -5 ˚C)
  • H5: hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters (-15 to -10 ˚C)
  • H6: hardy in all of UK and northern Europe (-20 to -15 ˚C)
  • H7: hardy in the severest European continental climates (< -20 ˚C)
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This plant has won a RHS award

3 Litre Pot

  • RHS Award of Garden Merit
  • Position: Full sun
  • Soil: Well drained
  • Growth rate: Fast
  • Flowering period: April – October
  • Hardiness: H3
  • Eventual height: 1m
  • Eventual spread: 1m

Euryops Pectinatus, also known as ‘Grey Leaved Euryops’ and holder of the prestigious RHS Award of Garden Merit, is a compact evergreen shrub that is native to South Africa. The plant is a member of the Aster family and is known for its bright yellow, daisy-like flowers that bloom from late Spring to Autumn. The plant has a compact, bushy growth habit and can reach up to 1 metre tall and wide. The plant’s leaves are hairy and are grey-green in colour.

This variety is a hardy plant that is drought-tolerant and can grow in a variety of soil types, but it prefers well-drained, sandy soil. The plant prefers full sun, but it can tolerate some shade.

In terms of history, this Euryops was first described by the German botanist Paul Friedrich August Ascherson in 1864. It was introduced to Europe in the early 20th century and has been a popular ornamental plant ever since.

Euryops Pectinatus is a popular garden plant known for its bright yellow flowers and evergreen leaves. It is great for borders, rock gardens, or as a ground cover. Its compact size makes it a great option for small gardens or mixed containers, and it can also be used as a border edging. This plant is a great option for those who are looking for a hardy and low-maintenance plant with a unique and exotic look.

How to care for your Euryops Pectinatus

  1. Light: Euryops pectinatus prefers full sun, but it can tolerate some shade.
  2. Water: The plant is drought-tolerant and can survive with minimal watering. Water the plant when the soil is dry to the touch.
  3. Soil: The plant prefers well-drained, sandy soil. If your soil is heavy clay, mix in some sand to improve drainage.
  4. Fertilizer: The plant does not require regular fertilization, but you can feed it with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.
  5. Pruning: Euryops pectinatus does not require regular pruning, but you can prune it to shape it or remove any dead or diseased branches.

With proper care, the Euryops Pectinatus will reward you with bright yellow flowers that bloom from late Spring to Autumn for years to come.

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