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Purple Mountain Sun Daisy   arrow

Osteospermum barberiae var. compactum

Scientific NameHelictotrichon sempervirens
Common NamePurple Mountain Sun Daisy
FamilyAsteraceae
HabitMounding clumps
Growth FormHerbaceous perennial
Mature Size8-12” tall, 12-18” wide
FlowersLavender-purple flowers spring-summer that close up at night
HardinessZones 3-9
Sun RequirementsFull Sun
Water RequirementsModerate to xeric
Soil RequirementsDry loam or sandy loam
Other InfoAttracts Butterflies,
Pollinator Friendly,
Extended Bloom Time,
Repeat Flowering,
Evergreen,
Deer resistant,
Rabbit Resistant
Adams County Extension
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