Chrysanthemum coccineum
Painted Daisy, Pyrethrum
Description
This plant grows 1-2' tall and produces blooms from late spring to early summer. It does best in well-drained, rich soil and full sun or partial shade. It should be cut after the first blooms have flowered to produce another flush of flowers.
Plant Type
Perennial
Height Range
Under 1', 1-3'
Flower Color
Pink, Red, White
Flower Season
Spring, Summer
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Rich, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
English Cottage, Formal
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers, Specimen
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer
Location Uses
Entry, Perennial Border, Foundation, Patio
Special Uses
Container, Cut Flowers, Mass Planting
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.
Organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust will also break down and improve the soil.