About
This half-hardy evergreen sub-shrub to 60cm high, often grown as an annual. Forms bushy mounds of intricately divided, dark grey-green leaves. This hybrid cultivar produces daisy-like flowers to 6cm across, with mid pink petals (ray florets) and a narrow central halo of deep pink and white, surrounding the yellow-brown centres. Flowers from early summer until first frost.
About the genus
× Argyrimelia is a hybrid between the genera Argyranthemum and Ismelia
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeChalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureWell-drained
AspectSouth-facing, West-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH3
Plant details
Plant typeShrubs
HabitBushy
FoliageEvergreen
Height0.5-1 metres
Spread0.5-1 metres
Time to full height1 year
Suggested usesCity and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants, Coastal
Care notes
CultivationIn frost-free areas, grow outdoors in well-drained, moderately fertile soil in full sun. In cooler areas, grow as bedding or in containers that can be overwintered in a cool greenhouse. Apply a deep, dry mulch in winter
PruningPinch out growing tips to encourage compact, bushy growth. Deadhead regularly to promote flowering
PropagationPropagate by softwood cuttings from non-flowering shoots. As this plant is protected by Plant Breeders' Rights, any propagation should be for personal rather than commercial use
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free