Description
Formerly placed within the genus Chrysanthemum, they produce large amounts of daisy-like flowers for long periods through Summer. Available in shades of pink, white, yellow and purple there are also double varieties available. Sometimes members of this genus are classified as a tribe within the Chrysanthemum genus and their status is still somewhat debated.
Key Facts
- Common Name(s):Marguerite LaRita White
- Hardiness:Tender plants and are therefore often treated as annuals, but with protection they can survive through Winter.
- How big will I get? Argyranthemum frutescens ‘La Rita Red’ can grow to a height of 0.5m and a spread of 0.6m.
- Did You Know That:Argyranthemum were separated from the genus Chrysanthemum in 1999?
Plant Calendar
A rough guide to how this plant will change through the year.
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Care Guide
Soil Requirements
Argyranthemum frutescens ‘La Rita Red’ is a versatile plant and can cope with wet or drier soils, but prefers there to be decent drainage. This plant can grow in soil with a wide range of pH levels, it is not picky about the pH level of the soil.
Best Position
Argyranthemum frutescens ‘La Rita Red’ prefers a sheltered position and requires full sun to thrive, this consists of more than six hours of direct sunshine per day.
Maintenance
Argyranthemum frutescens ‘La Rita Red’ should be deadheaded regularly to promote new flowers coming through. This will prolong the flowering period of the plant as it saves the energy that the plant would have put into producing seeds and allows it to produce more flowers!
Pest, Diseases and Wildlife
Argyranthemum frutescens ‘La Rita Red’ is generally pest free, and it tends not to have problems with diseases.
