About
Anthemis cupaniana is an evergreen perennial with a woody base that develops a loose mat, reaching up to 30 cm tall. It features finely divided silvery leaves and produces white daisies, each with a yellow center, measuring approximately 6 cm across.
About the genus
Anthemis comprises both perennial and annual species, characterized by their aromatic, finely segmented foliage and prominent daisies that are typically white or yellow.
Growing conditions
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
- Plant type
- Alpine Rockery, Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Matforming
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- 0.5-1 metres
- Time to full height
- 2-5 years
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Gravel garden, Mediterranean climate plants, Patio and container plants, Rock garden
- Native to
- Sicily
- Fragrance
- Foliage
Care notes
- Cultivation
- Grow in moderately fertile, well-drained soil in full sun; useful where a drought-tolerant plant is required
- Pruning
- Cut back hard after flowering to encourage basal growth that will overwinter
- Propagation
- Propagate by seed, division or basal cuttings
- Pest resistance
- May be susceptible to slugs, snails and aphids
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to powdery mildews