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| Category: Shrub |
| Family: Asteraceae (Sunflowers) |
| Origin: South Africa (Africa) |
| Evergreen: Yes |
| Flower Color: Violet |
| Bloomtime: Spring |
| Height: 2-3 feet |
| Width: 2-3 feet |
| Exposure: Full Sun |
| Irrigation (H2O Info): Medium Water Needs |
| Winter Hardiness: 25-30° F |
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Felicia fruticosa (Shrub Aster) - This 2 to 3 foot tall sub-shrub from South Africa has narrow green leaves and lavender flowers. For much to the the year it looks like a plain green shrub but It puts on a real show in the early spring with bright violet-purple ray florets with yellow centers. The blooms stand above the foliage solitarily on slender stalks yet often cover the entire plant. It is best to prune it after it blooms. It has medium to low water needs and is hardy down to about 25 degrees F. A great plant that we have grown since since 1990. Unfortunately it never sold well and we discontinued producing this plant in 2011. This was likely because of its short bloom period but it sure looked spectacular when in bloom!
The information presented on this page is based on research that we have conducted about this plant in our library and from reliable online sources. We also consider observations we have made of it growing in the nursery's garden and in other gardens we have visited, as well how it performs in our nursery crops out in the field. We will incorporate comments that we receive from others as well and welcome getting feedback from anyone who may have additional information, particularly if they have knowledge of cultural information that would aid others in growing Felicia fruticosa. |
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