Damianita Daisy, Chrysactinia mexicana, sometimes called Mexican Daisy, is truly an awesome shrub fit for any xeriscape landscape. This plant packs quite a punch when it comes to color in that it's bright yellow daisy-like flowers are extremely abundant during its long blooming season. Blooming season runs from early March to late September and may even reach into October! Planted "en masse" and this low growing, compact and mounding shrub will provide a striking look that will surely turn heads.
Native to the low ranges of West Texas and Northern Mexico this plant is at home in elevations of
3000 ft. or even higher so as you might guess it is very hardy. Damianita Daisy will easily take the low temperatures and crazy winds that the desert can dish out. This shrub will even take temps as low as 0°F. Damianita Daisy is not overly picky about soil conditions but just like many xeriscape plants it does prefer good draining soil, so keep this in mind. The plant isn't supper fussy when it comes to watering needs either. Keep in mind that the plant does require regular water during hottest part of year and this additional water will help to increase blooming.
This evergreen shrub prefers direct sun and will certainly tolerate reflected sun as well. This type of hardiness makes the plant highly desirable in the xeriscape garden. Too much shade will cause the plant to look scraggly so make sure they get at least 6 hours of direct sun; more is preferable. Truly this is a plant that has it all and will set-off any xeriscape garden. It has all the attributes to bring great satisfaction to gardeners of all skill levels. Its hardy, drought tolerant, easy to care for, and full of bright, colorful blooms that last a long time. The foliage of the plant also provides interest and a fairly pleasant aroma when brushed.
So sum things up this is a plant that is very worthy of a place in your garden. Damianita Daisy won't disappoint. Enjoy!
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