Felicia aethiopica 'Tight and Tidy'

Also Known As

Felicia aethiopica 'Tight & Tidy'
Blue Marguerite Daisy

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 12"-18"
W: 24"-30'

planting zones

9a-11

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Felicia aethiopica 'Tight and Tidy' plant details

Felicia aethiopica 'Tight and Tidy' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In fall, spring, summer and winter blue flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Felicia aethiopica 'Tight and Tidy'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 24 IN - 30 FT - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in fall, spring, summer and winter
Uses: border plant, compact, container plant, cutting garden, long-blooming, tropical-looking, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Felicia aethiopica 'Tight and Tidy'

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average, clay, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Year around bloom and a fantastic compact habit make this one of my favorite recommendations for new gardeners, as well as everyone else! Selected by Texas nurseryman Tom Peace, ‘Tight and Tidy’ is a highly improved form of (usually 3’ tall) “Blue Marguerite Daisy” that stays a dense 16” high and 30” wide. Bursting into a mass of rich blue daisies in Spring – it just keeps going all the way to Fall when deadheaded. No straggly behavior over time, its amazing performance makes it a choice ground cover! Drought, clay and sand tolerant, side-dress with an annual dose of compost and cut back in Winter to give it a rest. Evergreen.