Overview
Argyranthemum 'Millennium Star' is a bushy bedding in the genus Argyranthemum, part of the Asteraceae family, with green, grey, silver foliage. Argyranthemum 'Millennium Star' grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H2. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, coastal, patio and container plants, mediterranean climate plants, wall side borders and flower borders and beds.
About
Argyranthemum 'Millennium Star' is a bushy bedding cultivar of Argyranthemum, a genus of evergreen perennials or sub-shrubs with woody bases. This plant features green, grey, or silver foliage and produces daisy-like flowers from late spring through summer. It thrives in full sun with a south- or east-facing aspect and prefers moist but well-drained soil types including chalk, clay, loam, and sand with a range of pH levels. Suitable for sheltered locations, it is ideal for city and courtyard gardens, patios, coastal areas, and flower borders in Mediterranean climates.
About the genus
Argyranthemum is a genus of flowering plants belonging to the family Asteraceae. Members of this genus are sometimes also placed in the genus Chrysanthemum.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Argyranthemum
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H2
Plant details
Argyranthemum 'Millennium Star' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Bedding
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Green, Grey, Silver
- Suggested uses
- City and courtyard gardens, Coastal, Patio and container plants, Mediterranean climate plants, Wall side borders, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Argyranthemum 'Millennium Star'
- Propagation
- Root softwood cuttings in spring, Semi-hardwood cuttings of non-flowering shoots at other times
- Pest resistance
- Leaf miners may be a problem
- Disease resistance
- Crown gall is an occasional problem
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Argyranthemum 'Millennium Star'?
Argyranthemum 'Millennium Star' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Argyranthemum 'Millennium Star' need?
Argyranthemum 'Millennium Star' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Argyranthemum 'Millennium Star' hardy in the UK?
Argyranthemum 'Millennium Star' has an RHS hardiness rating of H2, meaning it is tender, tolerating 1–5°C, and needs frost-free protection over winter.
How do I propagate Argyranthemum 'Millennium Star'?
Root softwood cuttings in spring, Semi-hardwood cuttings of non-flowering shoots at other times.
