Roldana petasitis
velvet groundsel
An evergreen perennial to around 3m in height, with very large, broad tropical-looking dark green velvety foliage with deep veining and a reddish tone. Clusters of yellow, daisy-like flowers appear from January through to April
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Size
Ultimate height
2.5–4 metresTime to ultimate height
1–2 yearsUltimate spread
2.5–4 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drainedpH
Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Yellow | Green Red | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Green Red | |||
| Autumn | Green Red | |||
| Winter | Yellow | Green Red |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H4Botanical details
- Family
- Asteraceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Bushy
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- E Mexico
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in a sunny, sheltered bed where the soil is well-drained and neutral to slightly alkaline
Propagation
Propagate by seed sown in gentle heat in early spring. Protect from cold winter temperatures
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- City and courtyard gardens
- Cottage and informal garden
- Cut flowers
- Flower borders and beds
Pruning
Cut back after flowering
Pests
May be susceptible to aphids, flea beetles and cabbage root fly
Diseases
May be susceptible to club root, downy mildews, root rot and a virus
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