Tyerman's groundsel

How to Grow and Care for Tyerman's groundsel

Tyerman's groundsel · Senecio pulcher

Requires cool, deep, fertile soil in a sunny, sheltered site. Weather damage may affect late blooms and foliage so in many areas it will give a better display under glass

Watering: Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakingsSunlight: Full sunInformation to be completed

Planting and Growing Tyerman's groundsel

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Care difficulty3 / 5
Watering scheduleModerate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Sunlight requirementsFull sun
Ideal temperatureInformation to be completed
Soil typeChalk · Loam · Sand
Soil pHAcid · Alkaline · Neutral
Soil moistureWell drained
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
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Care Tips

Requires cool, deep, fertile soil in a sunny, sheltered site. Weather damage may affect late blooms and foliage so in many areas it will give a better display under glass

How to Water Tyerman's groundsel?

Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for Tyerman's groundsel?

Full sun

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for Tyerman's groundsel?

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What Soil Is Best for Tyerman's groundsel?

Soil type
Chalk · Loam · Sand
Soil pH
Acid · Alkaline · Neutral
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for Tyerman's groundsel?

Well drained

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How to Fertilize Tyerman's groundsel?

Balanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer

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How to Prune Tyerman's groundsel?

Cut down stems after flowering

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How to Propagate Tyerman's groundsel?

Propagate by seed sown with heat in spring, or by division in spring as growth begins

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How to Transplant Tyerman's groundsel?

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How to Care for Tyerman's groundsel in Winter?

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How to Plant Tyerman's groundsel?

Requires cool, deep, fertile soil in a sunny, sheltered site. Weather damage may affect late blooms and foliage so in many areas it will give a better display under glass

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How to Repot Tyerman's groundsel?

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How to Harvest Tyerman's groundsel?

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Common Pests & Diseases

Diseases

May be susceptible to a rust and honey fungus

Pests

May be susceptible to mealybugs, scale insects and glasshouse red spider mite

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The Toxicity of Tyerman's groundsel

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Attributes of Tyerman's groundsel

Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
FoliageSemi evergreen
HabitColumnar upright
OriginSouth America

Scientific Classification

Species
Senecio pulcher
Genus
Senecio
Family
Asteraceae
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