Chrysoceplalum apiculatum 'Sun Buttons'
| Botanical Family | Asteraceae |
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| Botanical Genus | Chrysoceplalum |
| Botanical species | apiculatum |
| PBR Variety | Not Protected |
| Common / Trade Name | Sun Buttons |
| Habit | Small Perennial |
| Mature Height (Meters) | 0.3m |
| Spread / Spacing (Meters) | 0.5m |
| Flower Colour | Bright Yellow |
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| Flowering Start Time | Spring |
| Flowering End Time | Autunm |
| Foliage Colour | Silvery-Green |
| Climate | Suitable for a wide range of climates |
| Sunlight | Full Sun / Part Shade |
| Australia Native | Yes |
| Uses & Features | Perfect for low edge plantings |
| Information Guide |
Sun Buttons is a versatile plant offering good foliage contrast in rockeries, borders, tubs and hanging baskets, it is a fast-growing native perennial. Sun Buttons is compact and mounding in habit and differs in its neat form compared to to the existing 'Common Everlasting' and 'Yellow Buttons'. From Spring to Autumn, Sun Buttons produces clusters of yellow button flowers that sit low in the foliage attracting pollinators. Sun Buttons use as a ground cover can be planted among trees and shrubs or as a border in open garden beds. Other similar varieties include "Silver Sunburst', ‘Silver and Gold’, and ‘Desert Flame'. Prefers full sun to part shade in well drained soils, and tolerating frost and short periods of dry. |
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| Soil PH Conditions | Soil pH: 6.4 to 7.5 - Soil preparation: Soil can range from quite acid to alkaline in pH levels, it is important to have good soil preparation to gain the best results when planting natives. This improves the water-holding capacity of the soil and for young plants, once established, will have lower water requirements. |
| Water Recommendations | Grows well in both shade and full sun. It is adaptable to most well drained soils and is a versatile plant. Once this plant is established it will tolerate dry and light frost conditions, but over long periods of dry will require watering. |
| Fertiliser Recommendations | This plant requires little maintenance and it is best to initially feed with a slow release low phosphorus fertiliser to help first establish the plant. It is beneficial to follow up with the occasional reapplication of fertiliser and apply as required. Mulching around the base of the plant will help retain moisture and suppress weeds. |
Full Sun
Part Shade
Aussie Plant
Medium Water
Height 0.3m Width 0.5m
DISCLAIMER - The information provided on this website is to be used as a guide, and the photos are for illustration purposes only. The Bush Magik plant range is based on our experience and the positive feedback from the Home Gardener, the Nursery and Landscape industry. All PBR varieties are selected from a strong genetic gene pool with vigorous growing out trials conducted alongside similar comparators. All information is believed to be correct and is given in good faith.