Argyranthemum Madeira Pink Halo (Madeira Series)

Annual Biennial Bedding

A compact, low-growing, bushy, mound-forming evergreen perennial sub-shrub, often grown as an annual, to around 30cm in height with finely-divided, grey-green leaves. Single, pink daisy-like flowers, with a darker pink halo surrounding a yellow centre, appear in the summer

Position

Full sun

Soil Types

Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand

Size

Time to Maturity
1–2 years

Growing Conditions

Chalk Clay Loam Sand
Moisture
Moist but well–drained
pH
Acid or Alkaline or Neutral

Position

Full sun
Aspect
East–facing or South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Sheltered
Hardiness
H2
Drought Resistance
Yes

Colour & Scent

Season Stem Flower Foliage Fruit
Spring
Summer
Autumn
Winter

Botanical Details

Family
Asteraceae
Native to GB/Ireland
No
Foliage
Deciduous
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 well-drained but moisture-retentive, moderately fertile soil in full sun. Overwinter in a frost-free location and protect from frost and freezing temperatures. Drought-resistant once established

Propagation

Propagate from softwood cuttings in late spring or semi-ripe cuttings later in the summer

Suggested planting locations and garden types

  • City and courtyard gardens
  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Hanging Basket
  • Mediterranean climate plants
  • Patio and container plants
  • Flower borders and beds
  • Ground cover
  • Wall side borders

Pruning

Deadhead to prolong flowering

Pests

May be susceptible to chrysanthemum leaf miner

Diseases

May be susceptible to crown gall