About
Pierrot' is an erect annual to 60cm, with narrow, grey-green leaves and dark-centred, white-rayed everlasting flowers 2.5cm across in summer.
About the genus
Rhodanthe can be annuals, perennials or sub-shrubs, with simple, narrow, alternate leaves and daisy-like everlasting flowers in shades of pink, yellow and white, in summer
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeChalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureWell-drained
AspectSouth-facing, West-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH1C
Plant details
Plant typeAnnual Biennial
HabitColumnar upright
FoliageDeciduous
Height0.5-1 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height1-2 years
Suggested usesCottage and informal garden
Care notes
CultivationIdeal plant for poor, well-drained soil that gets a lot of sun
PruningNo pruning required
PropagationPropagate by seed
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free