Damianita daisy

Damianita is a compact, aromatic evergreen shrub with fine, dark green foliage and golden yellow daisy-like flowers. Texas A&M AgriLife Extension describes it as a sun-loving, very low-water plant that typically reaches about one to two feet in a bushy mound, with a longer April-to-September flowering period in its regional guide. [Texas A&M AgriLife Extension](https://txmg.org/bell/files/2010/05/2012-Perennials-Trees-Spring-sale1.pdf) ## Landscape Use Plant Damianita in a sunny, sharply drained border, rock garden, or dry slope where its fragrant foliage and bright flowers can be appreciated. It can be massed as a low, yellow-flowering groundcover, though older plants may become twisted and woody. Give it space for a rounded mound and avoid sites where water stands after rain. ## Water and Seasonal Interest Water new plants while they establish, then reduce irrigation. The Texas A&M guide notes significant drought hardiness and describes the main bloom as spring, with additional flowers on and off through summer. The guide lists a typical width of one to two feet and an overall height range of one to three feet; plant size varies with site and age. Flowering stems extend above the narrow leaves, so the mound can appear taller while in bloom. ## Maintenance Provide excellent drainage and avoid frequent watering once established. Prune lightly after bloom periods to shape the mound, as recommended by Texas A&M AgriLife Extension. Avoid hard shearing into old woody growth; remove damaged branches selectively and let new growth fill the plant naturally.