About
An erect or sprawling annual or short-lived perennial with branching stems, finely-divided, thread-like foliage and daisy-like flowerheads 3-5cm across with white ray florets surrounding a yellow centre.
About the genus
Tripleurospermum includes herbaceous and sometimes woody species grown for their ornamental merit. The genus is represented in gardens by selected species and cultivars suited to a range of growing conditions
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeChalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained, Well-drained
AspectSouth-facing, East-facing, West-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH4
Plant details
Plant typeAnnual Biennial, Herbaceous Perennial
HabitColumnar upright, Trailing
FoliageDeciduous
Height0.5-1 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height1-2 years
Suggested usesCottage and informal garden, Wildlife gardens, Wildflower meadow
Care notes
CultivationWill grow in any soil in full sun; often found growing in disturbed soils, for example along roadsides and on arable land
PruningNo pruning required but cut back after flowering to prevent seeds setting
PropagationPropagate by seed
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free