Water
Water moderately when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry, reducing frequency in cooler months. Ensure well-draining soil to prevent waterlogging, as this plant is drought-tolerant once established.
Avoid overwatering, which can lead to root rot.
Pachystegia rufa, the Marlborough Rock Daisy, is a hardy evergreen shrub native to New Zealand, known for its tough, leathery leaves and striking white daisy-like flowers
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry out between waterings.
Well-drained, Gritty
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Hardy in temperate climates, prefers cooler winters.
Low
25% intensity
Fertilize sparingly in spring.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Edible | No |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water moderately when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry, reducing frequency in cooler months. Ensure well-draining soil to prevent waterlogging, as this plant is drought-tolerant once established.
Avoid overwatering, which can lead to root rot.
Prune after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth. Remove any dead or damaged stems at any time. Light trimming can also be done to control size or remove spent flower heads, promoting further blooms.
Propagate from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer. Root cuttings in a well-draining mix, keeping them lightly moist. Alternatively, sow seeds in spring after a period of cold stratification.
Patience is key for successful propagation.
Repot only when the plant becomes root-bound, typically every 2-3 years, preferably in spring. Use a gritty, well-draining compost mix. This plant prefers to be slightly pot-bound, which can encourage better flowering.
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Where Marlborough Rock Daisy (Pachystegia rufa) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Pachystegia |
| Species | Pachystegia rufa |
Similar in genus Pachystegia
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