Chrysanthemum coronarium

Family name:
Asteraceae

Common name(s):
Crown daisy

This is a fast growing annual from the Mediterranean that will grow to a height of about 3 ft (1 m). The leaves are light green in color, deeply divided and feathery. The daisy-like flowerheads are single or semi-double, from very pale to deep yellow, up to 2 in (5 cm) across. The tender young shoots of selected strains are used in oriental cooking, where they are known as shungiku or chop suey greens. They can also be used raw in salads but have a strong aromatic taste.

Hardiness zone from 7 To 11
Plant Height approx. 120 cm
Flowering colors: Yellow
Flowering season: Winter
Garden type: Bedding Plant, Small Garden
Position: Sunny
Propagation season: Spring, Autumn
Soil: Sandy Loam, Medium Loam, Clay Loam,

Chrysanthemum

Cultivation: The true chrysanthemums are easily grown annuals, requiring little more than a moist, fertile, well-tilled soil and a sunny position. They prefer climates with fairly cool summers but in warmer, drier climates can be timed to bloom in winter. Propagate from seed, sown in fall (autumn) or early spring.

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