Chrysanthemum frutescens 'White Lady'

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White Lady Marguerite

 
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme        Photographer: Modesto Jr. College

 

Description

This perennial has bright green foliage with toothed edges. It quickly reaches 4'-5' tall and can spread 3'-4' wide. It produces an abundance of round, pure white flowers in summer and fall. This plant is heat tolerant but not cold tolerant. It does well in containers. It is not long live, lasting 2-3 years.. It prefers full sun and well draining soil. Cut spent flowers to refresh plant.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Perennial

 

Height Range

3-6'

 

Flower Color

White

 

Flower Season

Summer, Fall

 

Leaf Color

Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

 

Water

Medium

 

Growth Rate

Fast

 

Soil Type

Loam

 

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

 

Soil pH

Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Formal, Meadow, Mediterranean, Ranch, Seascape

 

Accenting Features

Fall Color, Showy Flowers, Specimen

 

Seasonal Interest

Summer, Fall

 

Location Uses

Entry, Perennial Border, Patio, Raised Planter, Walkways, With Rocks

 

Special Uses

Container, Cut Flowers, Erosion Control

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

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Water-wise plants can be beautiful as well as practical.

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