Brachyscome segmentosa ‘Starscope’ – Lord Howe Island Daisy

Brachyscome segmentosa Lord Howe Island daisy 'Starscope'

Brachyscome segmentosa native daisy 'Starscope'
Brachyscome segmentosa 'Starscope'

A larger Brachyscome cultivar, growing up to 0.5 metres high and wide. It forms a compact and rounded cushion and is a wonderful ground cover plant. It is long flowering, from spring to autumn, with masses of happy daisy flowers. They open a bright mauve and age to white, giving a lovely two toned effect which contrasts nicely with the dark green foliage. Likes a sunny spot for best flowering, but can also grow in part shade. An easy care plant that needs little except for a handful of slow release fertiliser in spring, some extra water in drought time. Can be pruned back by a third if needed. A great plant for courtyards, playgrounds and pots.

Family : Asteraceae

Cultivar Name: Starscope

Plant Type : Ground cover, Clumping perennial

Width : 0.5

Flowering Time : Spring, Summer, Autumn

Soil Type : Sandy, Clay, Loamy, Sandy loam, Clay loam, Potting mix

Climate Zone : Sub-tropical, Warm temperate, Cool temperate, Mediterranean

Growth Habit : Evergreen, Dense foliage, Spreading, Mound-shaped

Soil Moisture : Well-drained, Moist moderate drainage

Special Uses : Erosion control, Pipe and drain friendly, Fast growing, Playground friendly

Scientific Name: Brachyscome segmentosa

Common Name : Brachyscome

Height : 0.5

Flower Color : White, Mauve

pH Level : Acid, Neutral, Alkaline

Plant Environment : Low maintenance garden, Courtyard, Poolside, Container growing, Cottage garden, Flower garden, Coastal garden, Wildflower meadow

Light : Sunny, Light shade

Lifespan : Perennial

Frost Tolerance : Tolerates light frost

Attracts Wildlife : Bees, Butterflies, Other insects, Lizards