About Euryops pectinatus (L.) Cass.
Euryops pectinatus (L.) Cass. is a vigorous evergreen shrub that reaches 2 meters (6 feet 7 inches) in both height and width. It produces silvery green, hairy leaves and yellow, daisy-like composite flowers that measure 5 centimeters (2 inches) in diameter. Flowering occurs from early summer through autumn, and can continue into winter in regions with mild climates. Its fruits each hold a single seed, and the fruits are either hairless or covered in myxogenic, slime-producing hairs; they may also be topped by a pappus of white or brown bristles. The Latin specific epithet pectinatus translates to "comb-like", which may refer to the species' deeply divided, fernlike leaves. Euryops pectinatus is widely cultivated as a garden plant, particularly popular in urban areas for its almost continuous flowering habit. It grows best in full sun and deep, well-drained soils. It must be grown in a sheltered location that is not prone to frost. This species has been awarded the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit.
