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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. 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
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.

Gardening facts about Cheirolophus arbutifolius plant

How to Grow Cheirolophus arbutifolius

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Flower Color

    • purple
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen
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