Mauve Delight
(Brachyscome formosa)

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Brachyscome formusa

Originating from the Pilliga region in western NSW this small herb is often referred to as B.pilligaensis. Leaves are green, wedge-shaped, have jagged edges and are about 4cm long. Flowers are mauve, daisy-like with a yellow centre. These are borne on long stems in spring and summer. Brachyscome formusa grows to a height of about 15cm and a width of about 40cm.

Type
Native
Container
One
Size
Small shrubs 0.5 - 3 metres
Zones
Moist temperate with hot summers, Arid interior, Semi-arid with winter rain, Moist temperate with warm summers, Winter rains with dry summers
Soils
Loam, Clay
Tolerances
Wind
Regions
Habitat plants
Shade levels
Full sun
Flowering seasons
Spring, Summer
Colours
Green, Purple
Gardens
Native Garden