BRACHYGLOTTIS 'Sunshine'

Commonly known as (formerly Senecio) , Ragwort

Often confused with B.greyi which is rare in cultivation, this attractive grey leaved shrub forms a dense mound of around 3 feet high and 3 feet across. Sometimes used as a low hedge in coastal areas. Large yellow flowers

BRACHYGLOTTIS 'Sunshine'

Gift Wrapping available on this plant - UK Delivery Only

individually £12.50 each , 3+ £10.00 each

Collect only available from our nursery nr Redruth in Cornwall

Ready in 3 - 5 days

Normally 3 - 5 days

2 to 3 Litre

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Evergreen
Soft, silver-grey leaves which mature to dark-green.
Yellow
Height
1.2m (4ft)
Spread
1.2m (4ft)
Medium shrub Typically grow to around 4-6 feet in height
Produces flowerheads to 3cm (1¼in) across on felted shoots.
Hardy - average winter Hardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F)
Full sun
Additional Features
Good to know - syn. Senecio 'Sunshine'. Dunedin hybrid. Attractive foliage for cut flower arrangements. Very suitable for coastal gardens. Can get woody. Prune straggly stems after winter, then after flowering.
Pests & Diseases
none.
Place of origin
garden origin. New Zealand.
Resistant to honey fungus - These plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
Garden Location/Conditions
Coastal / windswept - thrives in coastal sites
Hardiness
Frost hardy (down to -5)
Leaf margin
Crenulate see photos above
Leaf shape
Elliptic see photos above
Obovate
Pruning group
Pruning group 5
Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs that require minimal pruning.
Action: Trim or lightly cut back shoots that spoil symmetry. Deadhead regularly.
When: Annually after flowering.

RHS group 8
Seasonal Interest
Autumn
Spring
Summer
Winter
Soil Conditions
Fertile well drained soil
Wildlife
Bee friendly