Asteriscus maritimus
Compact Gold Coin
Description
Compact Gold Coin is a water efficient, daisy-like, woody-based, short-lived perennial. Its gold flowers appear in spring and summer but may bloom intermittently at other times. It can tolerate heat as long as it has well draining soil and infrequent watering. It may be used in desert areas if given afternoon shade and moderate amount of water in summer.
Plant Type
Perennial
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Gold
Flower Season
Spring, Summer, Intermittent
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Low, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Rocky
Soil Condition
Average, Poor, Well-drained, Dry
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Meadow, Mediterranean, Ranch, Seascape, Woodland
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer
Location Uses
Entry, Perennial Border, Raised Planter, Swimming Pool, Walkways, With Rocks
Special Uses
Container, Filler, Mass Planting, Small Spaces, Hanging Baskets
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Check the soil's moisture level before watering.
You can reduce your water use 20-50% by regularly checking the soil before watering.