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Herbaceous Perennial

Chrysanthemum yezoense
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Hokkaido chrysanthemum

A spreading perennial, rather variable in height, with lobed, aromatic leaves and white, fading to pink,daisy-like flowers with yellow centres produced from late summer to early winter

Synonyms
Chrysanthemum arcticum hort.
Dendranthema yezoense
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Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metres
Time to ultimate height
2–5 years
Ultimate spread
0.5–1 metres
Growing conditions
Chalk
Clay
Loam
Sand
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Well–drained
pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Colour & scent
StemFlowerFoliageFruit
Spring Green
Summer White Yellow Green
Autumn White Yellow Green
Winter White Yellow
Position
  • Full sun
Aspect

South–facing or West–facing or East–facing

Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered
Drought resistance
Yes
Hardiness
H4
Botanical details
Family
Asteraceae
Native to GB / Ireland
No
Foliage
Deciduous
Habit
Bushy
Potentially harmful
Skin allergen. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Genus

Chrysanthemum are erect woody-based perennials with aromatic, pinnately lobed leaves and flowerheads of diverse form, from late summer to late autumn

Name status

Correct

Plant range
Japan

How to grow

Cultivation

Tolerates most situations with well-drained soil and full sun

Propagation

Propagate by seed or by division

Suggested planting locations and garden types
  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Gravel garden
  • Rock garden
  • Banks and slopes
  • Underplanting of roses and shrubs
Pruning

Trim after flowering to keep tidy

Pests

Generally pest-free

Diseases

May be susceptible to glasshouse grey mould, powdery mildews and chrysanthemum white rust

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