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Annual BiennialHerbaceous Perennial

Tripleurospermum inodorum

scentless mayweed

An erect or sprawling annual or short-lived perennial with branching stems, finely-divided, thread-like foliage and daisy-like flowerheads 3-5cm across with white ray florets surrounding a yellow centre

Other common names
Mary's herb
scentless mayweed
Synonyms
Chrysanthemum inodorum
Matricaria inodora
see moreTripleurospermum maritimum subsp. inodorum
Size
Ultimate height
0.5–1 metres
Time to ultimate height
1–2 years
Ultimate spread
0.1–0.5 metres
Growing conditions
Chalk
Clay
Loam
Sand
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Well–drained
pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Colour & scent
StemFlowerFoliageFruit
Spring Yellow White Green
Summer Yellow White Green
Autumn Yellow White Green
Winter
Position
  • Full sun
Aspect

South–facing or East–facing or West–facing

Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered
Hardiness
H4
Botanical details
Family
Asteraceae
Native to GB / Ireland
Yes
Foliage
Deciduous
Habit
Columnar upright, Trailing
Name status

Correct

How to grow

Cultivation

Will grow in any soil in full sun; often found growing in disturbed soils, for example along roadsides and on arable land

Propagation

Propagate by seed

Suggested planting locations and garden types
  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Wildlife gardens
  • Wildflower meadow
  • Low Maintenance
Pruning

No pruning required but cut back after flowering to prevent seeds setting

Pests

Generally pest-free

Diseases

Generally disease-free

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