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Senecio viravira
Also Known As
- Dusty Miller
Plant type
perennial, groundcover
size
- H: 2'
- W: 2'
planting zones
- 7b-10b
Senecio viravira plant details
Senecio viravira is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial groundcover with blue and white foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Senecio viravira
- Plant type: perennial groundcover
- Plant family: asteraceae
- Foliage: semi-evergreen blue and white
- Mature size: 2 FT wide, 2 FT tall
- Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
- Uses: xeric
GROWING CONDITIONS for Senecio viravira
- USDA Zones: 7b - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: occasional
- Resistant to: heat
- Soil needs: rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Native Sons
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Gardening facts about Senecio viravira plant
How to Grow Senecio viravira
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- occasional
Soil Needs
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- white
- blue
Flower Color
- yellow
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- semi-evergreen
Texture
- glaucous
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Plant Type
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Zones
9b-12
Size
Height: 6"-8"
Width: 12"-24"
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
Plant Type
Groundcover, Vine
Zones
10a-12
Size
Height: 3'-30'
Width: 3'-30'
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - occasional
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
10a-12
Size
Height: 1"-12"
Width: 4"-6"
- sun - dappled shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
aka Roldana cristobalensis, Red Leaved Velvet Senecio
Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
9a-11
Size
Height: 4'-10'
Width: 6'-8'
- sun - mostly shade
- regular
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent, Groundcover
Zones
10a-12
Size
Height: 1'-2'
Width: 2'-3'
- sun - bright shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
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