{"product_id":"senecio-cineraria-flatpot","title":"Senecio cineraria - Flatpot","description":"\u003cp\u003eSenecio cineraria is also known by the name \u003cstrong\u003eCineraria maritima\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eJacobaea maritima\u003c\/strong\u003e, as well as simply \u003cstrong\u003eCineraria\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is an evergreen shrub characterized by highly ornamental silvery foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe distinctive color of its velvety leaves makes the \u003cstrong\u003eCineraria plant\u003c\/strong\u003e look like a sculpture that will enhance your garden, whether it is a \u003cstrong\u003ecoastal garden\u003c\/strong\u003e (given its salt tolerance) or a refined \u003cstrong\u003emoon garden\u003c\/strong\u003e. In the second half of spring, it produces a lovely golden-yellow bloom that is very popular with butterflies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFEATURES OF SENECIO CINERARIA\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSenecio cineraria\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compact shrub that can reach a height of about 60 cm. Its foliage is its most distinctive feature: the leaves are finely lobed, velvety, and have a silvery color that makes them perfect for creating color contrasts in the garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBetween June and August, Senecio cineraria produces small bright yellow flowers clustered in flower heads that emerge above the foliage. Although the flowers are decorative, they are often removed to keep the plant compact and highlight the foliage. This plant is extremely hardy, adaptable to poor, well-drained soils, and drought-tolerant, making it ideal for Mediterranean, rocky, and low-maintenance gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePLANTING AND MAINTENANCE OF SENECIO CINERARIA\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSenecio cineraria\u003c\/strong\u003e prefers well-drained soil and full sun, but it also tolerates partial shade. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring the first few months after planting, it is advisable to water regularly to help it establish. Once established, the plant requires little water and is highly drought-tolerant. Maintenance is minimal: simply remove the faded flower heads and prune lightly at the end of winter to maintain a compact and tidy shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePAIRING ADVICE\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSenecio cineraria\u003c\/strong\u003e pairs beautifully with plants of bright colors to create interesting color contrasts. Pair it with red or purple blooms such as \u003cstrong\u003eSalvia greggii\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eLavandula angustifolia\u003c\/strong\u003e for a striking effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn mixed borders or flower beds, it can be combined with other Mediterranean plants such as \u003cstrong\u003eCistus creticus\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003ePhlomis fruticosa\u003c\/strong\u003e, which complement its rustic aesthetic. For coastal gardens, pair it with ornamental grasses such as \u003cstrong\u003eStipa tenuissima\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003ePennisetum setaceum\u003c\/strong\u003e, creating a harmonious arrangement that can withstand the most difficult environmental conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable data-mce-fragment=\"1\" width=\"100%\" style=\"height: 215.532px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctbody data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eFormat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right; height: 19.5938px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFlatPot Ø50 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eFamily\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right; height: 19.5938px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAsteraceae\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right; height: 19.5938px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eShrub\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eFoliage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 19.5938px; text-align: right;\"\u003eGray-silver, evergreen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eFlower color\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 19.5938px; text-align: right;\"\u003eYellow\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eFlowering period\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 19.5938px; text-align: right;\"\u003eMay, June\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eCold hardiness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 19.5938px; text-align: right;\"\u003eDown to -10°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eDrought tolerance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 19.5938px; text-align: right;\"\u003eHigh\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eSalt tolerance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 19.5938px; text-align: right;\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eMaximum height reached\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 19.5938px; text-align: right;\"\u003e60 cm (including flower)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eExposure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 19.5938px; text-align: right;\"\u003eFull sun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e","brand":"BotanicalDryGarden","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53819260207430,"sku":null,"price":169.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0458\/0727\/2104\/files\/Progettosenzatitolo_12.png?v=1738166507","url":"https:\/\/www.botanicaldrygarden.com\/en\/products\/senecio-cineraria-flatpot","provider":"BotanicalDryGarden","version":"1.0","type":"link"}