Botanical name:

Pachystegia minor

Common name(s):

Marlbrough Rock Daisy, Small Marlbrough Rock Daisy

About:

A low-growing shrub characterised by its dark green leaves, which prominently feature soft, furry white undersides. The attractive and vibrant flowers, which are quite eye-catching, emerge from the plant on long, elegant stalks. This shrub is very appealing and has become widely cultivated in various regions. It is especially popular for home gardens due to its compact size, making it an ideal choice for smaller spaces and ornamental displays.

Natural habitat:

Coastal and inland lowland, usually confined to steep rocky or stony sites, rock faces and slopes.

Growing environment:

Frost, Sun, Drought, Salt, Wind, Coastal & Free draining tolerant.

Endemic distribution:

From Clarence to Puhipuhi Rivers, South Marlborough.

Height: 40cm

Flowering: 

December - February with a white/yellow coloured flower/s

Fruiting:

February to April

Uses:

Bee food, Riparian plantings & Flowers

How to grow:

Easily grown from fresh seed but tricky to transplant. Can be grown from cuttings with extreme difficulty.

** Seed germinates without pre treatment. Sow seed direct & keep moist until germination is complete.