Argyranthemum Molimba Rose
marguerite [Molimba Rose]
A compact, low-growing, bushy, mound-forming evergreen perennial sub-shrub, often grown as an annual, to around 25cm in height with finely-divided, grey-green leaves. Single, rose-pink, daisy-like flowers with yellow centres appear in the summer
Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metresTime to ultimate height
1–2 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
Spring | Grey Silver Green | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Summer | Pink | Grey Silver Green | ||
Autumn | Grey Silver Green | |||
Winter | Grey Silver Green |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
ShelteredDrought resistance
Yes Hardiness
H2Botanical details
- Family
- Asteraceae
- Native to the UK
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Bushy
- Genus
Argyranthemum are evergreen woody-based perennials or sub-shrubs, with simple or pinnately dissected leaves and white, yellow or pink, daisy-like flower-heads from late spring to autumn
- Name status
Trade
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in moderately fertile, well-drained soil in full sun. Deadhead regularly to prolong flowering and pinch growing tips to keep compact. Mulching may protect rootstock from frost, and helps to conserve water. Water in prolonged dry spells
Propagation
Propagate by softwood cuttings in spring, and semi-hardwood cuttings of non-flowering shoots at other times. Sterile flowers so does not produce seeds
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- City and courtyard gardens
- Coastal
- Cottage and informal garden
- Mediterranean climate plants
- Patio and container plants
- Bedding
- Flower borders and beds
- Wall side borders
Pruning
Deadhead regularly, pruning group 10
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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