Argyranthemum Molimba M Yellow ('Argyminyel') (Molimba Series)
marguerite [Molimba M Yellow]
A short-lived, compact, well-branched, evergreen sub-shrub to about 30cm, often grown as a annual. Produces a mound of finely-divided, mid-green leaves and single, yellow, daisy flowers 2.5cm across, from late spring until the frosts
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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 | Yellow | Green | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Yellow | Green | ||
| Autumn | Yellow | Green | ||
| Winter | Green |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
ShelteredDrought resistance
Yes Hardiness
H2Botanical details
- Family
- Asteraceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- 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 well-drained soil in a sunny position. Often grown as a bedding plant but can be overwintered in mild areas, or in a frost-free greenhouse
Propagation
Root softwood cuttings in spring, and semi-hardwood cuttings of non-flowering shoots at other times
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
Pruning
Deadhead regularly; pruning group 10
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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