California Geranium, Velvet Groundsel
(Roldana petasitis (syn. Senecio petasitis))

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Roldana petasitis

Large shrubby plant. Leaves are roung, velvety and light green in colour. Flower buds are a deep burgundy colour and they are borne in winter. Later, these buds open to reveal bright yellow daisys. Roldana petasitis grows as a bush so height and width variable but generally not too large.

Type
Exotic
Size
Small shrubs 0.5 - 3 metres
Zones
Moist temperate with warm summers
Soils
Loam, Clay
Tolerances
Wind
Regions
Central Highlands Garden
Shade levels
Shady
Flowering seasons
Spring, Summer
Colours
Green
Gardens
Backyard Garden, Mediterranean Garden