Boopis anthemoides Plant Care

Boopis anthemoides (Boopis anthemoides) belongs to the Calyceraceae family within the Boopis genus. Boopis anthemoides is native to Argentina and Uruguay.

Boopis anthemoides displays a low rosette, spreading growth habit, reaching up to 0.5 ft tall with a spread of approximately 1 ft. Boopis anthemoides produces small daisy-like flowers in various colors.

Leaf size: approximately 3 inches.

Water a young or newly planted Boopis anthemoides every 7–10 days, soaking the whole root zone, until it is established — usually one to two growing seasons. Established shrubs mainly need water during long dry spells. In a container, water whenever the top few centimetres of soil are dry.

Boopis anthemoides thrives in bright indirect light. Avoid placing Boopis anthemoides in direct, harsh sunlight for extended periods, as this can scorch the foliage.

Boopis anthemoides tolerates temperatures of 60–75°F. Boopis anthemoides prefers humidity levels of 40–60%.

Well-draining sandy loam with added organic matter. Good drainage is essential for Boopis anthemoides to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.

Feed Boopis anthemoides every 6 months during the growing season with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer at the rate on the label. Established shrubs in good soil often need little extra feeding, so let weak growth or pale foliage guide you.

Stop feeding by late summer so new growth can harden before winter.

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Choose a spot with bright indirect light and well-draining sandy loam with added organic matter. Avoid low spots where water collects after rain.

Boopis anthemoides is suited to USDA Zone 13a.

Plant container-grown or balled-and-burlapped shrubs in spring or early autumn, setting the root flare at soil level, and water well after planting.

Boopis anthemoides can spread to about 1 ft (0.3 m) and reach about 1 ft (0 m) tall. Space plants about 1 ft (0.3 m) apart so mature crowns don't crowd each other, and plant at least half that distance from buildings, fences and paths.

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Prune Boopis anthemoides while it is dormant in late winter: first remove dead, damaged and crossing branches, then thin lightly for shape.

If it flowers in spring, prune right after flowering instead so you don't remove next year's buds. Never take off more than about a quarter of the shrub in one year.

Boopis anthemoides is frost-tender (hardy to USDA zone 13). In colder areas grow it in a container and move it to a bright, frost-free place before the first frost.

Boopis anthemoides can be propagated through seeds, division of offsets.

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Boopis anthemoides is susceptible to aphids, spider mites, mealybugs. Inspect the foliage regularly, especially along leaf undersides and stems. Treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil to prevent spread.

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Boopis anthemoides grows outdoors in USDA Zone 13a. It survives winters down to planting zone 13a. Boopis anthemoides is native to Argentina and Uruguay. In cooler regions, grow Boopis anthemoides as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.