Ursinia tenuifolia

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 12"-18"
W: 24"

planting zones

8a-11

Ursinia tenuifolia plant details

Ursinia tenuifolia is a broadleaf evergreen or semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer red and yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Adapts to various soil conditions.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ursinia tenuifolia

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: evergreen or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 24 IN wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: red and yellow blooms in fall, spring and summer
Uses: border plant, container plant, floriferous

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ursinia tenuifolia

USDA Zones: 8a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Our love of all species in the genus Ursinia has lead us to this little-grown perennial shrublet with Spring green linear leaves & sunny yellow flowers on long, upright stems. While we're unfamiliar with this species, the general disposition of the other plants in the genus make a strong case for this one - they're all easily grown, drought tolerant, & practically everblooming. I am particularly delighted with the way the buds nod downward on the stems before raising & unfurling themselves skyward. Ursinias can tolerate many varied soil types, & I've seen them perform equally well in pots, raised beds, & destitute garden corners where nothing else thrives.