Botanical family: Asteraceae

Asteriscus sericeus, Nauplius sericeus

Baccharis halimifolia

USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map

Close

This unique plant is the only tree in Asteraceae family. The persistent white pappus of the infructescences remains showy for months after the plants stop blooming. The plant looks like a white cloud or covered with snow. Winter bloomer. Unusual shape leaves 1-2" wide. Can be grown as a large bush, trained into a small standard tree, or kept in a pot. Very hardy plant, tolerates drought and poor soils, and some freeze.

Bartlettina sordida, Eupatorium sordidum, Eupatorium megalophyllum

Bartlettina sordida, formerly classified in the genus Eupatorium, is an evergreen, erect shrub with large clusters of lilac flowers.

Berkheya cirsiifolia

Berkheya cuneata, Rohria cuneata

South African endemic. The young Berkheya cuneata leaves at the stem-tip in picture appear sculpted in marble; erect and bluish white or the palest of green where the sun doesn't touch.

Bidens aequisquama

Bidens ferulifolia, Bidens aurea

Bidens ferulifolia is similar to Tagetes lemmonii. Versatile and quick growing, Bidens can be grown in full sun for patio pots, hanging baskets and bedding.

Brachylaena discolor

Calendula officinalis

Calendula officinalis is an aromatic annual plant, widely cultivated for its showy, yellow or orange, rayed flower heads used in medicine, coloring, and flavoring of food. There are numerous cultivars of calendula with double flowers in colors ranging from cream to deep orange-red.

It is used for the treatment of skin disorders and pain, and as a bactericide, antiseptic and anti-inflammatory.

Calocephalus brownii

It is a small shrub, usually 2-5 ft tall and wide, with soft, running branches creating an open, dense form. The bright green foliage and yellow-green hoar frosty flowers in spring and early summer make this an attractive, easy-going addition to any garden.

Calocephalus brownii, commonly known as Cushion Bush, is a native to Australia. Its full sun requirements makes it an ideal choice for seaside locations, especially since it is salt tolerant. The small shrub likes moderate water, and can reach a height of up to 2-5ft. When it is planted lower, it forms the ideal groundcover, only reaching 2ft in height.

For many gardeners, Calocephalus brownii is an excellent choice for a Mediterranean look and feel in the garden or courtyard. It relishes dry climates, and is one of the few plants that isn't afraid of salty air, so it's ideal for seaside areas. If you can't create a fully Mediterranean look, bring a bit of its charm to your garden with Calocephalus brownii.

The best way to take care of Calocephalus brownii is to ensure that it has plenty of sun and adequate water. If it is planted in a pot in a cold climate, then it should be placed in a spot with the best possible access to sunlight. Be sure to monitor it and make sure that it is receiving enough water - not too much, and not too little.

Calocephalus brownii is a hardy, salt tolerant native bush that is well-suited to seaside locations. It's beautiful bright green foliage and dainty yellow-green flowers in spring and early summer make it a unique and attractive addition to any garden. It's low maintenance and requires only moderate water and full sun - ideal for gardens of all styles and sizes. In colder climates, this plant is well-suited to pots and containers, where it should be given the best possible access to sunlight.