Overview
Anthemis tinctoria 'E. C. Buxton' is a clump-forming, matforming perennial in the genus Cota, part of the Asteraceae family, with deciduous, evergreen foliage. It typically grows around 0.8 m tall. Anthemis tinctoria 'E. C. Buxton' 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. It is native to Europe, Sweden, Baltic States, Austria, Norway, Romania, Transcaucasus and Luxembourg.
About
Anthemis tinctoria 'E. C. Buxton' is a cultivar of the genus Cota, belonging to the Asteraceae family. It forms clumps and mats, with foliage that can be either deciduous or evergreen. This plant thrives in full sun and is suitable for south, west, or east-facing aspects, tolerating both exposed and sheltered conditions. It prefers well-drained soils, including chalk, loam, and sand, across a range of pH levels from acid to alkaline and neutral. Hardy to UK zone H4, it is ideal for various garden settings such as cottage and informal gardens, gravel and rock gardens, patios, borders, banks, and as ground cover. Propagation is possible by seed, division, or basal cuttings.
About the genus
Cota is a genus of pygmy grasshoppers in the family Tetrigidae. There are five described species in Cota.
Wikipedia contributors, "Cota (insect)", CC BY-SA 4.0 — Cota (insect)
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 'E. C. Buxton' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Perennial
- Habit
- Clump-forming, Matforming
- Foliage
- Deciduous, Evergreen
- Height
- 0.8 m
- 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
- Native to
- Europe, Sweden, Baltic States, Austria, Norway, Romania, Transcaucasus, Luxembourg
- Fragrance
- Mild, chamomile-like scent
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Anthemis tinctoria 'E. C. Buxton'
- Cultivation
- Prefers full sun and well-drained soil; drought tolerant once established; avoid waterlogged conditions; can be divided in spring or autumn to maintain vigor.
- Pruning
- Deadhead spent flowers to encourage prolonged blooming; cut back after flowering to maintain shape and promote bushiness.
- Propagation
- Seed, Division, Basal cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Slugs, Snails, Aphids
- Disease resistance
- Powdery mildews
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Anthemis tinctoria 'E. C. Buxton'?
Prefers full sun and well-drained soil; drought tolerant once established; avoid waterlogged conditions; can be divided in spring or autumn to maintain vigor.
Where is the best place to plant Anthemis tinctoria 'E. C. Buxton'?
Anthemis tinctoria 'E. C. Buxton' prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Anthemis tinctoria 'E. C. Buxton' need?
Anthemis tinctoria 'E. C. Buxton' 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.
How do I prune Anthemis tinctoria 'E. C. Buxton'?
Deadhead spent flowers to encourage prolonged blooming; cut back after flowering to maintain shape and promote bushiness.
How big does Anthemis tinctoria 'E. C. Buxton' grow?
Anthemis tinctoria 'E. C. Buxton' reaches a height of 0.8 m.
Is Anthemis tinctoria 'E. C. Buxton' hardy in the UK?
Anthemis tinctoria 'E. C. Buxton' 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 'E. C. Buxton'?
Seed, Division, Basal cuttings.