Tripleurospermum maritimum
scentless mayweed
An herbaceous perennial with an upright to spreading habit, reaching heights of up to 80cm. It has fleshy, finely divided, bright green leaves that are arranged alternately along the stem and produces white, daisy-like flowers with yellow centres up to 5cm in diameter from July to September
Synonyms
Matricaria maritima
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Size
Ultimate height
0.5–1 metresTime to ultimate height
1–2 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Poorly–drainedpH
Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | White Yellow | Green | ||
| Autumn | Green | |||
| Winter |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered Hardiness
H4Botanical details
- Family
- Asteraceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- Yes
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Columnar upright
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- Azores & Europe
How to grow
Cultivation
Thrives in well-drained, sandy and saline soils, preferring full sun and tolerating harsh coastal conditions. See Creating wildflower meadows for further advice
Propagation
Propagate by seed, self seeds freely
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Coastal
- Wildflower meadow
- Wildlife gardens
Pruning
No pruning required
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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