Cassinia uncata Plant Care

Cassinia uncata (Cassinia uncata) belongs to the Asteraceae family within the Cassinia genus. Cassinia uncata is native to inland New South Wales and the south-east of South Australia.

Cassinia uncata displays a compact, bushy shrub growth habit, reaching up to 3 ft tall with a spread of approximately 2 ft. Cassinia uncata produces small daisy-like flowers in white or yellow clusters.

Leaf size: approximately 2 inches.

Water a young or newly planted Cassinia uncata 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.

Cassinia uncata thrives in full sun to partial shade.

Cassinia uncata tolerates temperatures of 50–75°F. Cassinia uncata prefers humidity levels of 40–60%.

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

Feed Cassinia uncata 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.

The PlantoScan app can remind you when to water and when to fertilize each plant.

Choose a spot with full sun to partial shade and well-draining sandy loam with added organic matter for moisture retention. Avoid low spots where water collects after rain.

Cassinia uncata is suited to USDA Zone 9a – 10b.

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.

Cassinia uncata can spread to about 2 ft (0.6 m) and reach about 3 ft (1 m) tall. Space plants about 2 ft (0.6 m) apart so mature crowns don't crowd each other, and plant at least half that distance from buildings, fences and paths.

Planning a row or hedge? Try the plant spacing calculator.

Prune Cassinia uncata 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.

Cassinia uncata is frost-tender (hardy to USDA zone 9). In colder areas grow it in a container and move it to a bright, frost-free place before the first frost.

Cassinia uncata can be propagated through softwood cuttings, seeds. Similar propagation techniques also apply to drooping cassinia plant care, which shares the same genus.

See all plants toxic to cats and plants toxic to dogs.

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

Yellow leaves, brown tips or drooping? See common plant problems and how to fix them.

Cassinia uncata grows outdoors in USDA Zone 9a – 10b. It survives winters down to planting zone 9a. Cassinia uncata is native to inland New South Wales and the south-east of South Australia. In cooler regions, grow Cassinia uncata as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.