Berkheya radula
- Perennial
- 50-70 cm high
- Yellow flowers
- Grey foliage
- Semi-evergreen
A South African perennial with architectural rosettes of spiky, gray-green leaves and striking, yellow, daisy-like flowers. It thrives in full sun and poor, mineral-rich soil. Excellent for gravel and rock gardens. Drought-tolerant and suitable for warm, sheltered locations. It combines beautifully with other drought-tolerant species.
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Garden use
Use
Ornamental value and special features
Growth
Planting density
Plant about 5 - 7 plants per m²
Characteristics
| Height | 50 - 70 cm |
|---|---|
| Flowering time | June - August |
| Flower colour | Light yellow |
| Leaf colour | Grey-green |
| Growth habit | Ascending |
| Growth rate | Fast |
Site conditions
| Light | Full sun, Sunny |
|---|---|
| Moisture | Very dry, Dry |
| Soil | Highly permeable, Pervious, Light |
| Soil fertility | None to little, Normal |
Botanical information
| Botanical name | Berkheya radula |
|---|---|
| Genus | Berkheya |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Origin | Africa, South |
