Shrub Felicia

Felicia Fruticosa

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Overview

The Shrub Aster, or Felicia fruticosa, is a hardy, evergreen perennial, thriving in full sun. Growing 2-3 feet high with an equal spread, its daisy-like blue blooms with yellow centers add vibrant color from spring through fall. It appreciates well-drained soil. Ideal for borders or as a cheerful groundcover, this low-maintenance shrub attracts pollinators while being drought-tolerant once established, making it a versatile choice for sustainable designs.

Sun FullWater Low, MediumZones 9–10Climate Mediterranean

Shrub Felicia (Felicia Fruticosa) — The Shrub Aster, or Felicia fruticosa, is a hardy, evergreen perennial, thriving in full sun

Shrub Felicia (Felicia Fruticosa) — Growing 2-3 feet high with an equal spread

Shrub Felicia (Felicia Fruticosa) — its daisy-like blue blooms with yellow centers add vibrant color from spring through fall

Shrub Felicia (Felicia Fruticosa) — It appreciates well-drained soil

Shrub Felicia (Felicia Fruticosa) — Ideal for borders or as a cheerful groundcover

Shrub Felicia (Felicia Fruticosa) — this low-maintenance shrub attracts pollinators while being drought-tolerant once established

Shrub Felicia (Felicia Fruticosa) — making it a versatile choice for sustainable designs

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Low, Medium
USDA zones: 9–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Asteraceae
Climate: Mediterranean

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Shrub Felicia (Felicia Fruticosa) — The Shrub Aster, or Felicia fruticosa, is a hardy, evergreen perennial, thriving in full sun

Shrub Felicia (Felicia Fruticosa) — Growing 2-3 feet high with an equal spread

Shrub Felicia (Felicia Fruticosa) — its daisy-like blue blooms with yellow centers add vibrant color from spring through fall

Shrub Felicia (Felicia Fruticosa) — It appreciates well-drained soil

Shrub Felicia (Felicia Fruticosa) — Ideal for borders or as a cheerful groundcover

Shrub Felicia (Felicia Fruticosa) — this low-maintenance shrub attracts pollinators while being drought-tolerant once established

Shrub Felicia (Felicia Fruticosa) — making it a versatile choice for sustainable designs

Shrub Felicia (Felicia Fruticosa) — is an evergreen perennial that thrives in USDA hardiness zones 9 to 11

Shrub Felicia (Felicia Fruticosa) — Distinguished by its mounding habit

Shrub Felicia (Felicia Fruticosa) — this hardy aster generally reaches a height of 2 to 3 feet and can spread to a width of 2 to 4 feet

Shrub Felicia (Felicia Fruticosa) — It prefers sunny exposures and well-drained soils

Shrub Felicia (Felicia Fruticosa) — which make it an excellent choice for rock gardens

Shrub Felicia (Felicia Fruticosa) — gardeners can expect a profusion of bright blue

Shrub Felicia (Felicia Fruticosa) — leathery leaves that exhibit a deep green hue

Shrub Felicia (Felicia Fruticosa) — From late spring through fall

Shrub Felicia (Felicia Fruticosa) — providing a dense backdrop for its prolific blooms

Shrub Felicia (Felicia Fruticosa) — enhancing biodiversity.<br><br>Maintenance for Felicia fruticosa is minimal

Shrub Felicia (Felicia Fruticosa) — and other pollinators to the garden

Shrub Felicia (Felicia Fruticosa) — Each flower features a vibrant yellow center that attracts bees

Shrub Felicia (Felicia Fruticosa) — daisy-like flowers that are approximately 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter

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