Endopappus macrocarpus Plant Care

Endopappus macrocarpus (Endopappus macrocarpus) belongs to the Asteraceae family within the Endopappus genus. Endopappus macrocarpus is native to North Africa.

Endopappus macrocarpus displays an upright, branching shrub growth habit, reaching up to 3 ft tall with a spread of approximately 2 ft. Endopappus macrocarpus produces small yellow daisy-like flowers in clusters.

Leaf size: approximately 5 inches.

Water a young or newly planted Endopappus macrocarpus 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.

Endopappus macrocarpus thrives in full sun to partial shade.

Endopappus macrocarpus tolerates temperatures of 60–80°F. Endopappus macrocarpus prefers humidity levels of 40–70%.

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

Feed Endopappus macrocarpus 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 full sun to partial shade and well-draining sandy loam with added organic matter. Avoid low spots where water collects after rain.

Endopappus macrocarpus 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.

Endopappus macrocarpus 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.

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Prune Endopappus macrocarpus 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.

Endopappus macrocarpus 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.

Endopappus macrocarpus can be propagated through seeds, division of root ball.

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Endopappus macrocarpus 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.

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Endopappus macrocarpus grows outdoors in USDA Zone 13a. It survives winters down to planting zone 13a. Endopappus macrocarpus is native to North Africa. In cooler regions, grow Endopappus macrocarpus as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.