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Berkheya purpurea

Asteraceae
 

Habitat: full sun

 

Soil: fertile, well drained; protect from winter wet

 

Height: 60 cm

 

Flowering: summer

 

Width: 40 cm

           


           

Rosette -forming perennial with pale green leaves that are white-woolly below. Produces purple daisy-like flowerheads. A native of South Africa, it does require a bit of care - place in a warm, sheltered site and protect from winter wet.
9 cm pot £3.50