Cineraria
Scientific Name: Senecio cruentus (Masson ex L'Hér.) DC.
Synonym: Cineraria cruenta, Pericallis cruenta, Senecio hybridus
Family: Asteraceae
Sunset®: Annual, except in zones 16,17,22-24
USDA: All zones as annual
Frost Tolerance: Hardy to 28°F (-2°C)
Heat Tolerance: Generally killed by the summer heat
Sun Exposure: Light shade
Growth Habits: Compact shrubby tender perennials, 12 inches to 3 feet tall (30-90 cm) depending on the variety
Watering Needs: Abundant water, good drainage
Propagation: Seeds
The Cinerarias are usually discarded after they finish blooming
Culture:
Beware of slugs. Might self seed. Usually discarded after they finish blooming
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