Celmisia gracilenta

RHS Plant Profile
common mountain daisy
common mountain daisy RHS
Alpine Rockery

A tufted, evergreen perennial to 8cm,with very narrow, spreading, dark green leaves often with silver or bronze shading, and with silky, white undersides. The flowers, inearly summer, are2cm across andhave long,white petals and small, pale yellow centres

Position

Full sun, Partial shade

Soil Types

Loam, Sand

Max Height

0.1-0.5 metres

Max Spread

0.1-0.5 metres

Size

Time to Maturity
2–5 years
Max Spread
0.1-0.5 metres
Max Height
0.1-0.5 metres

Growing Conditions

Loam Sand
Moisture
Moist but well–drained
pH
Acid

Position

Full sun Partial shade
Aspect
South–facing or North–facing or West–facing or East–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered
Hardiness
H5

Colour & Scent

Season Stem Flower Foliage Fruit
Spring
Summer
Autumn
Winter

Botanical Details

Family
Asteraceae
Native to GB/Ireland
No
Foliage
Evergreen
Habit
Bushy
Genus
Celmisia are evergreen mat- or rosette-forming perennials and sub-shrubs. They often have silky, silvery foliage and bear daisy-like flowers which are usually white with yellow centres
Name Status
Correct
Plant Range
New Zealand

How to Grow

Cultivation

Thrives in cool, moist climates. Prefers slightly acid, humus-rich soil

Propagation

Propagate by seed sown in containers in an open frame as soon as ripe, or divide in spring

Suggested planting locations and garden types

  • City and courtyard gardens
  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Low Maintenance
  • Underplanting of roses and shrubs

Pruning

No pruning required

Pests

Generally pest-free

Diseases

Generally disease-free