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Nevin's Daisy Plant Care
Constancea nevinii (A.Gray) B.G.Baldwin
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With its striking silvery gray leaves covered in fine hairs, this plant originates from the Channel Islands off the coast of California. Plant collectors are drawn to its unique coloration and texture, making it a coveted addition to any collection.
Every 7–14 days
Full sun to partial shade
65–80°F
40–60%
At a glance
How do you care for Nevin's Daisy?
Water Nevin's Daisy every 7–14 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it full sun to partial shade. It prefers temperatures of 65–80°F (18–27°C) and 40–60% humidity. Fertilize it every month during the growing season.
Where Is the Nevin's Daisy Native To?
What Is the Nevin's Daisy?
Nevin's Daisy (Constancea nevinii) belongs to the Asteraceae family within the Constancea genus. Nevin's Daisy is native to three of the Channel Islands of California.
Nevin's Daisy displays a low rosette, clumping habit growth habit, reaching up to 1 ft tall with a spread of approximately 2 ft. Nevin's Daisy produces small daisy-like flowers in various colors.
Leaf size: approximately 3 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Nevin's Daisy?
Constancea nevinii requires watering every 7–14 days. Allow the top layer of soil to dry between waterings to prevent root rot. Reduce watering frequency during winter when growth slows.
Watering Frequency
Every 7–14 days
Let soil partially dry between waterings
What Light Does the Nevin's Daisy Need?
Nevin's Daisy thrives in full sun to partial shade.
Light Requirement
Full sun to partial shade
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Nevin's Daisy Prefer?
Constancea nevinii grows best at temperatures of 65–80°F. Nevin's Daisy prefers humidity levels of 40–60%.
Temperature
65–80°F
Humidity
40–60%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Nevin's Daisy?
Well-draining sandy soil mix with added organic matter. Good drainage is essential for Nevin's Daisy to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Nevin's Daisy?
Feed Nevin's Daisy every month during the growing season (spring and summer) with a balanced fertilizer diluted to the strength on the label.
Pause feeding in autumn and winter, when growth slows, and never fertilize dry soil — water first.
Fertilizing
Every month
During the growing season
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How Do You Repot a Nevin's Daisy?
Repot every 2-3 years in early spring. Choose a pot one size larger than the current container, and ensure it has drainage holes to allow excess water to escape.
How Do You Propagate a Nevin's Daisy?
Nevin's Daisy can be propagated through seeds, division of offsets.
Is the Nevin's Daisy Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Nevin's Daisy, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Keep pets from chewing it as a precaution.
This is a general caution, not veterinary or medical advice. If your pet ate a plant, contact your vet or animal poison control.
See all plants toxic to cats and plants toxic to dogs.
What Pests and Diseases Affect the Nevin's Daisy?
Nevin's Daisy is susceptible to aphids, whiteflies, spider mites. 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.
What USDA Hardiness Zone Does the Nevin's Daisy Need?
Nevin's Daisy grows outdoors in USDA Zone 8b – 11b. It survives winters down to planting zone 8b. Nevin's Daisy is native to three of the Channel Islands of California.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 8b – 11b
Keep exploring plants
Nevin's Daisy is one of many species covered in the complete plant care and identification guide, which groups plants by genus, attribute, and popularity.
It belongs to the Constancea genus — compare its care with other Constancea species on PlantoScan.
Constancea is part of the Asteraceae plant family — browse all Asteraceae genera and species.
Nevin's Daisy thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Constancea nevinii (A.Gray) B.G.Baldwin, family Asteraceae (first published in Madroño 46(3): 160 (2000)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Nevin's Daisy, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Checked against the ASPCA plant list; any other toxicity note on this page comes from PlantoScan's plant database.
- Photo: Public domain, CC0 1.0, iNaturalist — original.
- Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 8b – 11b, estimated from the plant's typical growing conditions.
- Care values(watering, light, temperature, humidity, soil, fertilizing): PlantoScan's plant database, filtered by automatic plausibility checks — values that fail them are hidden. How we source and check plant data.
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