Overview
Anthemis melampodina is a clump forming,matforming annual biennial in the genus Anthemis, part of the Asteraceae family, with deciduous,evergreen foliage. Anthemis melampodina grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, gravel garden, mediterranean climate plants, patio and container plants, rock garden, banks and slopes, flower borders and beds and ground cover.
About
Anthemis melampodina is a cultivar of the Anthemis genus, which includes both perennial and annual plants known for their aromatic, finely segmented foliage and prominent daisies. This cultivar forms clumps and mats, with foliage that can be either deciduous or evergreen. It thrives in full sun and is suitable for various garden aspects and exposures, including south, west, and east-facing positions. Anthemis melampodina prefers well-drained soils such as chalk, loam, or sand, and can tolerate a range of soil pH levels from acid to alkaline. It is hardy in the UK (H6) and is ideal for use in cottage gardens, gravel gardens, rock gardens, and as ground cover, with interest in summer and autumn.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Anthemis
- 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
- H6
Plant details
Anthemis melampodina size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Annual Biennial
- Habit
- Clump forming,Matforming
- Foliage
- Deciduous,Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Gravel garden, Mediterranean climate plants, Patio and container plants, Rock garden, Banks and slopes, Flower borders and beds, Ground cover
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Anthemis melampodina
- Propagation
- Seed,Division,Basal cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Aphids,Slugs,Snails
- Disease resistance
- Powdery mildews
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Anthemis melampodina?
Anthemis melampodina prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Anthemis melampodina need?
Anthemis melampodina is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Anthemis melampodina hardy in the UK?
Anthemis melampodina has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Anthemis melampodina?
Seed,Division,Basal cuttings.
