This upright annual has many stems that form a rounded bushy habit. It has large mid-green heart-shaped leaves and the daisy-like flowers are arranged in a cluster. There are many colours avalable and they appear from late winter to spring.  

Hardiness zones 9 to 11

Pericallis x hybridus is a cross between S.cruentus and S. heritieri with both species found in the Canary Island growing in well drained fertile moist light soils in an open sunny, wind protected position and are frost and drought tender. 

Florists Cineraria is grown for its colourful flowers and is planted in small or cottage gardens along borders or mass planted in parks and large gardens for bedding displays. It establishes in one season and can be planted in rockeries or patio pots for colour. In cold climates they are grown in a conservatory or used as an indoor plant when in flower and there are many cultivars available. ID 465 

Pericallis (per-i-KAL-is) x hybridus (hib-rid-us)

'Pericallis': from Greek - abounding beauty; 'hybridus': of mixed origins. Syn. Senecio x hybridus - 'senecio': an old man.

Asteraceae (ass-ter-AY-see-ee)	
(Compositae)
Sunflower Family