Brachyglottis compacta
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A dense, spreading, evergreen shrub to 1m tall and 2m wide with oval, wavy-edged leaves up to 4cm long, dark green above with a white edge and felted white below; young shoots and flower stalks are also covered in felt-like white hairs. Daisy-like, bright yellow flowers in small clustered flowerheads are borne from mid to late summer
Scientific classification
- Species
- Brachyglottis compacta (Brachyglottis compacta)
- Genus
- Brachyglottis
- Family
- Asteraceae
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- Toxicity
- Shrubs
- Plant type
- 0.5-1 metres
- Height
- 1.5-2.5 metres
- Spread
- Evergreen
- Foliage
- Bushy
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
- Season of interest
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of Brachyglottis compacta
Distribution map
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of Brachyglottis compacta
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Brachyglottis compacta care guide
- Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought and stagnant waterlogging
- Watering
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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Watering
Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought and stagnant waterlogging
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks spring through summer growth
Pruning
PruningUsually little pruning is needed. Lightly shape if necessary, removing dead, damaged or diseased shoots. Prune after flowering.
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by semi-hardwood cuttings in summer
Growing
GrowingGrow in well-drained soil in full sun
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
May be susceptible to honey fungus in gardens where it is present but insufficient data to determine degree of susceptibility
Pests
Generally pest-free
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