Paquirea lanceolata Plant Care

Paquirea lanceolata (Paquirea lanceolata) belongs to the Asteraceae family within the Paquirea genus.

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

Leaf size: approximately 4 inches.

Water a young or newly planted Paquirea lanceolata 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.

Paquirea lanceolata thrives in full sun to partial shade.

Paquirea lanceolata tolerates temperatures of 60–80°F. Paquirea lanceolata prefers humidity levels of 40–60%.

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

Feed Paquirea lanceolata 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 for moisture retention. Avoid low spots where water collects after rain.

Paquirea lanceolata 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.

Paquirea lanceolata 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 Paquirea lanceolata 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.

Paquirea lanceolata 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.

Paquirea lanceolata can be propagated through seeds, division of offsets.

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Paquirea lanceolata 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.

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Paquirea lanceolata grows outdoors in USDA Zone 13a. It survives winters down to planting zone 13a. In cooler regions, grow Paquirea lanceolata as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.