Cheirolophus arbutifolius

Also Known As

Canary Shrub Cornflower

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 6'-10'
W: 5'-8'

planting zones

9a-11

Cheirolophus arbutifolius plant details

Cheirolophus arbutifolius is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer purple flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cheirolophus arbutifolius

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 5 FT - 8 FT - wide, 6 FT - 10 FT - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in spring and summer
Uses: long-blooming

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cheirolophus arbutifolius

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Long blooming, unusual, & showy! Cheirolophus, commonly known as “Shrub Cornflowers” on their native Canary Isles, are little known & little grown here in the US, but are a handsome & very tough bunch - well worth a place in the dry garden! Remaining evergreen in all but the coldest winters, they bloom over a long season – Spring through Fall. Cheirolophus arbutifolius, is rare & endangered, & has mid-green leaves with a serrated edge, with 1” pink pom-pom like flowers on long stems. It can grow a whopping 10’ tall, but more often achieves 6’, & is less wide than high. Drought tolerant, but prefers rich, well drained soil & a sunny site.