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Townsendia Arizonica Gray or
Hoary Townsend Daisy
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Townsendia incana coming soon...
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Townsendia Arizonica Gray
(Hoary Townsend Daisy, Townsendia incana) |
Family: Asteraceae (Aster)
Light: Full sun
Height: 6-12"
Spread: 9"
Blooms: Round, daisy-like pale pink and white, Spring
Foliage: Silvery-gray
Soil: Sandy, well-drained, dry, drought tolerant
Water: Low-moderate, tolerates mild drought
Propagation: Seeds (Sow directly after last frost
Uses: Xeriscaping, rock garden
Other Comments:
Townsendia Arizonica Gray or
Hoary Townsend Daisy
or
Townsendia incana is a pretty herbal plant.
In mid-Spring, round
daisy-like pink and white blossoms appear.
Townsendia Arizonica Gray is propagated from seeds which can be
sown directly onto ground after last frost is over or start seeds in
greenhouse, ideally at temperature of 70 degrees. In its natural
habitat,
Townsendia
incana is found dwelling in rocky crevices, dry stony areas or
foothills. In the absence of flowers,
Townsendia Arizonica Gray, the eye-catching silvery foliage
makes it an interesting foliage plant.
Hoary
Townsend Daisy loves the heat, is low maintenance and carefree.
Townsendia incana is a perfect candidate for the xeriscaping or
rock garden.
USDA Hardiness Zones : 4-8 |
