Pet Safe
moderate Care
astericus
Asteriscus maritimus
Astericus (Asteriscus maritimus) is an amazing plant species native to coastal areas of the Atlantic and Mediterranean. Its beautiful yellow flowers, resembling a star, bloom from late spring to early autumn. It can be grown from seed and is both drought-tolerant and salt-tolerant, making it perfect for growing on a sunny beach. This hardy and easy to care for plant not only adds a splash of colour to any location but its strong scent also helps repel mosquitos and flies. Its deep roots enable it to catch nutrients from the soil and help stabilize the substrate around it, making it an environmentally beneficial addition to any garden.
Sunlight
Full Sun
Water Needs
medium
USDA Hardiness Zones
Zone 8Zone 9Zone 10
Hardiness Map
Green areas show climates worldwide where this plant can grow.
Zone 8Zone 9Zone 10
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Water Every
7-10 days
Sun Needs
full-sun
Growth
Low
Care Level
Low
Season
Fall
Sep Oct Nov
Winter
Dec Jan Feb
Spring
Mar Apr May
Summer
Jun Jul Aug
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
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Oct
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Pruning Time
How to Propagate
Sexual Reproduction
Propagate via Sexual Reproduction for best results
Asexual Reproduction
Propagate via Asexual Reproduction for best results
Fragmentation
Propagate via Fragmentation for best results
Plant Characteristics
Drought Tolerant
Is This Plant Right for You?
Good For:
- •Forgetful waterers
- •Homes with pets
- •Low-maintenance gardens
Consider Carefully:
- •Indoor growing
Bloom Seasons
Care Tips
Light Requirements
Needs at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily. Place in the sunniest spot in your garden.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water when top inch of soil is dry.