Cape Everlasting (Phaenocoma Prolifera) is a perennial shrub in the Asteraceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Phaenocoma prolifera is a strong, rigid shrub with brilliant pink bracts and large flower heads, native to the Western Cape of South Africa.

Cape Everlasting

Cape Everlasting

Phaenocoma Prolifera

Phaenocoma prolifera is a strong, rigid shrub with brilliant pink bracts and large flower heads, native to the Western Cape of South Africa.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, mineral
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen, groundcover, ornamental

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Cape Everlasting

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Asteraceae
Genus:Phaenocoma