Argyranthemum
Family name:
Asteraceae
Common name(s):
Marguerite

One of several horticulturally important genera now recognised in place of the once more broadly defined Chrysanthemum, this genus consists of 22 species of evergreen subshrubs from the Canary Islands and Madeira. They tend to be upright, rarely over 3 ft (1 m) tall, and bushy with deeply lobed or divided, bright green to blue-green leaves. From spring to fall (autumn) in cool climates but mainly in winter-spring in warmer climates the bushes are covered in 1–3 in (25 mm–8 cm) wide daisies in white and a wide range of pink and yellow shades. Marguerites are important as cut flowers and large numbers are sold as potted flowers by florists. In recent years there has been a renewed interest in breeding them and many new cultivars have appeared.

Hardiness zone from 8 To 11
Plant Height approx. 120 cm
Flowering colors: Pink, White, Yellow
Flowering season: Spring, Summer, Autumn
Garden type: Seaside, Bedding Plant, Cut/Dry Flower, Small Garden
Position: Sunny
Soil: Sandy, Sandy Loam, Medium Loam,

Argyranthemum

Cultivation: Marguerites are very easy to cultivate in any light, well-drained soil in full sun. They grow particularly well near the sea and have naturalised in many coastal areas of the world. They should be cut back either in late winter or late summer to encourage fresh growth. Most species and cultivars tolerate light, irregular frosts only. Propagate from seed or cuttings.

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