Sun to Part SunZone: 7b-9, at least 12" tall Origin: USA
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Chrysactinia is another of the great but little known Texas natives that adapts beautifully to East Coast gardens. Chrysactinia is a member of the aster family that hails from rocky alkaline regions in Texas and New Mexico. This drought tolerant woody perennial makes a 1' tall x 18" wide compact mound of woody stems clothed with fragrant (like aged turpentine) dark green, needle-like leaves. From April through September, the foliage is adorned with 1" golden aster-like flowers. We have found this very easy to grow and, of course, amazingly drought- and heat-tolerant. Chrysactinia does not like severe pruning, so back off with those shears!
Pot size: 24 fl. oz (709.77 ml)
Zone: 7b-9, at least 