Evergreen Shrub – Bush Daisy

Bush Daisy 

Botanical name: euryops pectinatus 

Beginner friendly?: yes

Average size at maturity: up to 5 ft in height and 3 ft in spread 

Hardy zone: zones 3-10 

Growth rate: reaches fully mature size in 1-3 growing seasons 

Foliage color: green 

Flower color: yellow

Bloom time:  spring – fall 

Pruning instructions: prune in the late winter/early spring before new growth begins to emerge for the season 

Propagation methods: propagate with cuttings during the spring and summer months 

Landscape use: flower gardens, edging, borders, container plant, pollinator garden 

Special features: long lasting blooms, heat tolerant 

Light needs: at least 6 hours of sun per day 

Watering instructions: allow the top 2 inches of soil to dry out between watering periods 

Fertilizing instructions : use a slow release balanced fertilizer once a year in the early spring 

Best time to plant: spring 

Best type of soil: clay, loam 

Companion plants: blue fescue, yarrow, coneflower, lavender 

Toxicity level: non-toxic for humans and pets 

Invasive species: no