Description
(Senecio cineraria ‘Cirrus’)
SPECIAL QUALITIES
A mounding perennial shrub with stunning silver foliage that makes an eye catching border.
FLOWERS
Heads of yellow, daisy-like flowers are occasionally produced on short stems in mid summer.
POSITION & USES
Plant as a border to a traditional low perennial or herb garden, part of a colourful annual bed or in large pots on the veranda. Prefers a sunny, moist but well drained soil.
CULTIVATION
Other than a light trim and removing spent flower heads (if they occur) Cirrus requires little attention.
FERTILISING
Regular applications of Seasol and Power Feed from spring to late summer will keep it looking its best and growing well.
WATER RATING
- Red can = Little water in hot, dry weather.
- Green can = Deep watering every few weeks in hot, dry weather.
- Blue can = Deep watering weekly in hot, dry weather.
Codes are a guide only and watering requirements will be affected by soil type, competition, mulching, wind and many other factors. Try to group plants with the same code in the one bed.
CAUTION: May be harmful if eaten.
Herb Attributes
Plants Needed per Square Metre | 12 |
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Habit | A compact, mounding shrub. |
Position | Full Sun, Light Frost. |
Height | 50CM |
Width | 60CM |