About
A compact, tufted, biennial or short-lived perennial from mountain meadows in Austria and the Alps with small, entire, elliptic, basal leaves and erect stems bearing small clusters of four-petalled, dark blue-purple, tubular flowers in late summer. A specialist and unusual gentianella for a cool, moist, well-drained rock garden or alpine house.
About the genus
Pyrethrum comprises a group of plants, ranging from herbaceous perennials to shrubs or small trees. Species within the genus display a variety of growth habits and are cultivated for their decorative or practical qualities
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in well-drained soil. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.