Anthemis punctata subsp. cupaniana
Sicilian chamomile
A woody-based, evergreen perennial forming a loose mat to 30cm in height, with finely dissected silvery foliage and yellow-centred white daisies 6cm in width
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Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.5–1 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
Spring | Grey Silver | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Summer | White Yellow | Grey Silver | ||
Autumn | Grey Silver | |||
Winter | Grey Silver |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing or East–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered Hardiness
H4Botanical details
- Family
- Asteraceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Matforming
- Genus
Anthemis can be perennials or annuals, with finely divided, aromatic leaves and showy white or yellow daisies
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- Sicily
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in moderately fertile, well-drained soil in full sun; useful where a drought-tolerant plant is required
Propagation
Propagate by seed, division or basal cuttings
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Cottage and informal garden
- Gravel garden
- Mediterranean climate plants
- Patio and container plants
- Rock garden
- Banks and slopes
- Flower borders and beds
- Garden edging
- Ground cover
Pruning
Cut back hard after flowering to encourage basal growth that will overwinter
Pests
Diseases
May be infected by to powdery mildews
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