Grey-leaved euryops (resin bush) Euryops pectinatus
Grey-leaved euryops (resin bush) (Euryops pectinatus) is an evergreen perennial shrub in the Asteraceae family, native to Rocky slopes of the Western Cape, South Africa. It grows 1–1.5 m (3.3–4.9 ft) tall and 1–1.5 m (3.3–4.9 ft) wide, wants full sun and low water, and is hardy to about -4 °C (25 °F). Space plants about 1 m (3.3 ft) apart.
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Grey-leaved euryops (resin bush) at a glance
| Type | Perennial shrub, evergreen |
|---|---|
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Mature height | 1–1.5 m (3.3–4.9 ft) |
| Mature spread | 1–1.5 m (3.3–4.9 ft) |
| Spacing | 1 m (3.3 ft) centre to centre |
| Sun | Full sun, at least 6 h of direct sun a day |
| Water | Low; drought tolerance high, waterlogging tolerance none |
| Soil pH | 6–8 |
| Cold hardiness | About -4 °C (25 °F) once established (roughly USDA zone 9) |
| Heat stress | Likely above about 38 °C (100 °F) |
| Flowering | about 52–104 weeks after planting, for 13–26 weeks |
| Wind tolerance | Moderate |
| Pollinator value | High |
| Edible | Not grown as food |
| Native to | Rocky slopes of the Western Cape, South Africa |
| Common in gardens of | 🇿🇦 South Africa, 🇦🇺 Australia, 🇺🇸 United States, 🇪🇸 Spain, 🇮🇱 Israel |
Is Grey-leaved euryops (resin bush) toxic?
- People: not known to be toxic
- Cats: not known to be toxic
- Dogs: not known to be toxic
Not known to be poisonous.
If a child or pet may have eaten part of a plant, call a poison centre or vet straight away.
Companion planting: what to grow with Grey-leaved euryops (resin bush)
No well-documented helpful pairing. Group it with plants that like full sun and low water.
Questions about Grey-leaved euryops (resin bush)
- How far apart should I plant Grey-leaved euryops (resin bush)?
- About 1 m (3.3 ft) apart, centre to centre. A mature plant spreads 1–1.5 m (3.3–4.9 ft).
- Does Grey-leaved euryops (resin bush) need full sun?
- Full sun: at least 6 hours of direct sun a day.
- How much water does Grey-leaved euryops (resin bush) need?
- Low water. Drought tolerance is high and waterlogging tolerance none.
- How cold-hardy is Grey-leaved euryops (resin bush)?
- It tolerates about -4 °C (25 °F) once established, roughly USDA zone 9.
- When does Grey-leaved euryops (resin bush) flower?
- About 52–104 weeks after planting, for 13–26 weeks.
- Is Grey-leaved euryops (resin bush) poisonous to cats and dogs?
- For cats it is not known to be toxic; for dogs not known to be toxic; for people not known to be toxic. Not known to be poisonous.
- What grows well with Grey-leaved euryops (resin bush)?
- There is no well-documented companion pairing for Grey-leaved euryops (resin bush). Group it with plants that like the same sun (full sun) and water (low).
Sources and evidence
Evidence grade A (A: strong evidence).
- Plants of the World Online (taxonomy, native range), Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
- PlantZAfrica, South African National Biodiversity Institute
Notes and assumptions
- A summer-dry plant: water it through its first summer, then rarely or never; it wants sun, lean soil and sharp drainage, and is killed by summer irrigation and heavy clay more often than by drought.
- A rounded shrub of felty, comb-like grey leaves covered with bright yellow daisies for much of the year, especially winter and spring. Deadhead and trim to keep it bushy.
Reference values for planning, not horticultural, veterinary or medical advice. Varieties, soils and local climates differ: check with a local nursery or extension service.
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