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Alpine RockeryConservatory GreenhouseHerbaceous Perennial

Anacyclus pyrethrum var. depressus

flattened Alexander's foot

A mat-forming perennial to 10cm in height, with greyish leaves pinnately dissected into fine segments, and solitary flowers with white rays, red in bud, and yellow disk florets

Synonyms
Anacyclus depressus

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Size
Ultimate height
Up to 10cm
Time to ultimate height
2–5 years
Ultimate spread
0–0.1 metre
Growing conditions
Chalk
Loam
Sand
Moisture
Well–drained
pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Colour & scent
StemFlowerFoliageFruit
Spring Green Grey Silver
Summer White Yellow Green Grey Silver
Autumn Green Grey Silver
Winter
Position
  • Full sun
Aspect

South–facing or West–facing or North–facing or East–facing

Exposure
Sheltered
Hardiness
H4
Botanical details
Family
Asteraceae
Native to GB / Ireland
No
Foliage
Deciduous
Habit
Matforming
Genus

Anacyclus can be annuals or herbaceous perennials, with finely dissected leaves and usually solitary, daisy-like flower-heads in summer

Name status

Correct

How to grow

Cultivation

Prefers gritty, sharply-drained conditions. Grow in alpine house or rock garden

Propagation

Propagate by seed or softwood cuttings

Suggested planting locations and garden types
  • Gravel garden
  • Rock garden
  • Patio and container plants
Pruning

No pruning required

Pests

May be susceptible to aphids

Diseases

Generally disease-free

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