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Chrysactinia mexicana

Damianita

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Information by: The Plant Nerd Inc.        Photographer: Dave Anderson CVWD

 

Description

This mounding groundcover grows slowly to 2' tall and wide. 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.

Maintenance Tips

Chrysactinia mexicana is a small, evergreen perennial with fragrant foliage and very showy flowers that emerge in spring. This is a very drought-tolerant plant that will look and perform its best in full sun and well-drained soil. It is considered pest and disease-free and gets all of the nutrients it needs in just about any soil condition. It only grows 1-2' tall and wide, so it can be used in just about any space in any sized garden without having to prune to maintain the size. After the blooming ends, the plant will benefit from some pruning to cut off the spent flowers and to improve the shape. If the blooms start to slow down in the summer, this plant will benefit from some supplemental water. The additional water can keep the plant blooming until the fall.

 

Plant Type

Ground cover, Perennial

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

Sun

Full

Water

Low, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained, Dry

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Meadow, Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish

Accenting Features

Fall Color, Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Fall

Location Uses

Entry, Perennial Border, Parking Strip, Patio, Parking Lot, Raised Planter, Walkways, With Rocks

Special Uses

Container, Filler, Mass Planting, Small Spaces, Hanging Baskets

Attracts Wildlife

Butterflies

Water Saving Tip:

Group plants with similar watering needs in the same area.