- **Type**: Evergreen shrub (in warm climates) or tender perennial (in cooler zones)

- **Height**: 2 to 4 feet (60 to 120 cm)

- **Width**: 2 to 4 feet (60 to 120 cm)

- **Growth Habit**: Rounded, bushy, compact with dense branching

- **Foliage**:

- Deep green, fern-like leaves, 1 to 3 inches long (2.5 to 7.5 cm)

- Finely divided, slightly leathery, with a soft texture

- Evergreen in frost-free areas; may die back in cold winters

- **Flowers**:

- Bright yellow, daisy-like blooms with a golden center

- 1.5 to 2 inches across (4 to 5 cm)

- Bloom season: Year-round in mild climates; peaks in spring and fall (March to May, September to November) elsewhere

- No significant fragrance, attracts butterflies and bees

- **Fruit**:

- Small, dry achenes (seeds), not ornamentally significant

- **Light**: Full sun (6+ hours daily) for best flowering; tolerates partial shade (4-6 hours)

- **Soil**:

- Well-drained; adapts to sandy, loamy, or poor soils

- Neutral to slightly acidic (pH 6.0 to 7.5)

- **Watering**: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established, water regularly during first year

- **Hardiness**: USDA Zones 8 to 11 (10°F or -12°C; may regrow from roots in Zone 8 with protection)

- **Wildlife**: Attracts butterflies and bees; moderately deer-resistant

- **Care**:

- Prune after major bloom cycles (spring/fall) to shape and encourage bushiness

- Fertilize lightly with a balanced mix (e.g., 10-10-10) in spring

- Deadhead spent flowers to extend bloom period (optional)

- **Pests/Diseases**:

- Generally pest-resistant; may see aphids or whiteflies

- Susceptible to root rot in poorly drained soil

- **Uses**: Borders, mass plantings, containers, rock gardens, or sunny beds

- **Growth Rate**: Fast; reaches mature size in 1-2 seasons

- **Special Features**:

- Native to South Africa; thrives in heat and drought

- Long bloom season and cheerful yellow flowers brighten landscapes

- Low-maintenance and adaptable to coastal conditions

The Bush Daisy’s vibrant yellow blooms and lush foliage make it a hardy, cheerful addition to sunny gardens or containers, offering nearly continuous color with minimal care in the right climate. Let me know if you’d like more growing tips or pairing ideas!