Overview
Anthemis sancti-johannis is a plant with a clump-forming, matforming habit in the genus Cota, part of the Asteraceae family, with deciduous, evergreen foliage. Anthemis sancti-johannis grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. 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, garden edging and ground cover.
About
Anthemis is a genus of aromatic flowering plants in the family Asteraceae, closely related to Chamaemelum, and like that genus, known by the common name chamomile; some species are also called dog-fennel or mayweed. Anthemis are native to the Mediterranean region and southwest Asia east to Iran.
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About the genus
Cota is a genus of pygmy grasshoppers in the family Tetrigidae. There are five described species in Cota.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Cota
- 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
Anthemis sancti-johannis size, habit and characteristics
- 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, Garden edging, Ground cover
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Anthemis sancti-johannis
- Propagation
- Seed, Division, Basal cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Slugs, Snails, Aphids
- Disease resistance
- Powdery mildews
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Anthemis sancti-johannis?
Anthemis sancti-johannis prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Anthemis sancti-johannis need?
Anthemis sancti-johannis 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 sancti-johannis hardy in the UK?
Anthemis sancti-johannis has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through an average UK winter, tolerating -10 to -5°C.
How do I propagate Anthemis sancti-johannis?
Seed, Division, Basal cuttings.