Felicia amelloides aka Blue Daisy

Felicia amelloides, also known as the blue daisy bush or blue felicia, is a hairy, soft, usually perennial, evergreen plant that belongs to the family Asteraceae. It is native to the southern coast of South Africa and is often found growing as ground cover, producing numerous regular branches. Typically reaching a height of around 50 cm (1.6 ft), although occasionally growing up to 1 m, it features dark green, elliptic leaves that are arranged oppositely along the stems. The flower heads, which sit individually on long stalks ranging up to 18 cm (7 in) in length, display heavenly blue ray florets surrounding yellow disc florets. These flower heads measure about 3 cm (1+1⁄5 in) across. Introduced in Europe during the 18th century, Felicia amelloides is also cultivated for its ornamental value. One popular variety, 'Santa Anita', is a bushy sub-shrub that typically grows up to 40 cm in height. It is often cultivated as an annual and features deep green obovate leaves. The daisy-like flowerheads of 'Santa Anita' can reach up to 5 cm across and have violet-blue rays and yellow disk florets. Another type, Felicia daisy (Felicia amelloides), is a bushy plant native to South Africa. It is highly regarded for its bright masses of miniature blooms. The flowers of Felicia daisy are characterized by showy, sky blue petals and vibrant yellow centers. These eye-catching blue blooms attract butterflies. This resilient plant thrives in hot and dry climates but does not perform well in wet soil or humidity.