Senecio elegans
greater purple ragwort
Description
Senecio elegans, often called the purple groundsel or wild cineraria, is a striking annual native to South Africa, prized for its bright, daisy-like flowers. The blooms come in a range of vibrant colors, from deep purple and mauve to shades of pink and white, each with a prominent yellow center, creating a cheerful splash of color. The plant features attractive, finely divided foliage that provides a lovely backdrop for its showy flowers. Senecio elegans is relatively easy to cultivate, preferring well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is a great choice for mass plantings, borders, or container gardening. Deadheading spent flowers will encourage more blooms and keep the plant looking tidy throughout its flowering period. Be cautious as some Senecio species can be mildly toxic if ingested.
Description
Senecio elegans, often called the purple groundsel or wild cineraria, is a striking annual native to South Africa, prized for its bright, daisy-like flowers. The blooms come in a range of vibrant colors, from deep purple and mauve to shades of pink and white, each with a prominent yellow center, creating a cheerful splash of color. The plant features attractive, finely divided foliage that provides a lovely backdrop for its showy flowers. Senecio elegans is relatively easy to cultivate, preferring well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is a great choice for mass plantings, borders, or container gardening. Deadheading spent flowers will encourage more blooms and keep the plant looking tidy throughout its flowering period. Be cautious as some Senecio species can be mildly toxic if ingested.