Overview

Anthemis tinctoria is a plant with a clump-forming, matforming habit in the genus Cota, part of the Asteraceae family, with deciduous, evergreen foliage. Anthemis tinctoria 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

Cota tinctoria, the golden marguerite, yellow chamomile, or oxeye chamomile, is a species of perennial flowering plant in the sunflower family. Other common names include dyer's chamomile, Boston daisy, and Paris daisy.

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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 tinctoria 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 tinctoria

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 tinctoria?

Anthemis tinctoria prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.

What soil does Anthemis tinctoria need?

Anthemis tinctoria 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 tinctoria hardy in the UK?

Anthemis tinctoria 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 tinctoria?

Seed, Division, Basal cuttings.