Sonchus fruticosus

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 4'-6'
W: 3'-5'

planting zones

9a-11

Sonchus fruticosus plant details

Sonchus fruticosus is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees and beneficial insects making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Sonchus fruticosus

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 5 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
Uses: big leaves, serrated leaves, tropical-looking, unique

GROWING CONDITIONS for Sonchus fruticosus

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

Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A plant to terrify Home Owner’s Associations everywhere! While this may appear to be a plain old dandelion, it is actually a woody-stemmed mammoth of a dandelion from the Canary Isles, growing up to 6 feet high on long, palm-tree-esque “trunks” & flowers that look like a giant version of everyone’s favorite lawn weed. It may sound frightening, but the plant is actually quite a looker, with big, tropical leaves over a foot long & an overall appearance that harkens back to Prehistoric times. Pollinators adore it, too! A fanciful addition to the back of the border & an amusing specimen & conversation piece!