Overview

Tripleurospermum maritimum subsp. maritimum is a columnar upright, trailing annual biennial in the genus Tripleurospermum, part of the Asteraceae family, with deciduous foliage. Tripleurospermum maritimum subsp. maritimum grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam and sand soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, wildlife gardens, wildflower meadow and low maintenance.

About

Tripleurospermum maritimum is a species of flowering plant in the aster family commonly known as false mayweed or sea mayweed. It is found in many coastal areas of Northern Europe, including Scandinavia and Iceland, often growing in sand or amongst beach pebbles.

About the genus

Tripleurospermum is a genus in the chamomile tribe within the sunflower family. Mayweed is a common name for plants in this genus.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Tripleurospermum

Sunlight

Full sun

Soil type

Loam, Sand

Soil pH

Acid, Alkaline, Neutral

Soil moisture

Moist but well-drained

Aspect

South-facing, East-facing, West-facing

Exposure

Exposed, Sheltered

UK hardiness

H4

Plant details

Tripleurospermum maritimum subsp. maritimum size, habit and characteristics

Plant type

Annual Biennial, Herbaceous Perennial

Habit

Columnar upright, Trailing

Foliage

Deciduous

Suggested uses

Cottage and informal garden, Wildlife gardens, Wildflower meadow, Low Maintenance

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Tripleurospermum maritimum subsp. maritimum

Propagation

Seed

Pest resistance

Generally pest-free

Disease resistance

Generally disease-free

Frequently asked questions