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Chrysactinia mexicana

Damianita

Plant photo of: Chrysactinia mexicana
Information by: Kathleen Moore        Photographer: Dave Anderson CVWD

 

Description

This mounding groundcover grows slowly to 2' x 2'. Golden yellow daisylike flowers appear in spring and fall. The yellow flowers agains the aromatic dark green foliage makes it a colorful accent. Good for courtyards. Resembles turpentine bush but has longer bloom period. Needs good drainage. Periodic pruning willinduce flowering. Accepts reflected sun. It is a slow grower so be patient. Native to western Texas and Mexico.

 

Plant Type

Ground cover

Height Range

1-3'

Flower Color

Yellow

Flower Season

Spring, Fall

Leaf Color

Dark Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

In the fall, unless it is very hot outside, you can reduce your total watering time by 1/2.

Do not reduce run times, reduce the number of watering days.