James H. Schutte
Family
Asteraceae
Botanical Name
ARGYRANTHEMUM frutescens 'Argymip'( MOLIMBA™ PINK, MOLIMBA® SERIES) PP19857
Plant Common Name
Argyranthemum, Molimba® Pink Marguerite Daisy
Special Notice
This entry has yet to be reviewed and approved by L2G editors.
General Description
A standard of comparison for the title of prettiest medium pink-flowering daisy, the Molimba® Mini Pink Marguerite daisy -- cultivar 'Argymip' -- is an upright but compact selection that blooms profusely. Its parent species is native to the Canary Islands, Madeira and other regions in Macaronesia where it survives in sloped terrain. Extensive breeding has resulted in the Molimba® cultivars, which are Syngenta Seed introductions. This open-pollinated cultivar was bred and selected by Anna Houbraken in Enkhuizen, The Netherlands.
This shrubby clump-forming selection has green, narrow-lobed leaves that emit a strong fragrance when crushed. Its daisies are produced just above the foliage from late spring till frost or almost year-round in frost-free climates. Molimba® Pink flowers have a central eye of orange and gold surrounded by bubblegum or cotton candy pink petals.
Molimba® Series Marguerite daisies are easy-to-grow plants that prosper in full sun and moderately fertile garden soil with good drainage. An evenly moist soil is best. Regular light pruning will promote compact growth, increase flowering and provide cuttings for propagation. Plants are wind and salt tolerant. They grow as tender perennials in frost-free climates and annuals in temperate zones.
Marguerite daisies are exceptional plants for seaside gardens and quick container gardens due to their fast growth and prolific flowering. In the heat of midsummer flowering may wane slightly, but pick up again in the comfortably warm to cool temperatures later. Use Marguerite daisies to embellish mixed beds and borders, especially those in hot microclimates.
Characteristics
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AHS Heat Zone
12 - 1
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USDA Hardiness Zone
10 - 11
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Sunset Zone
14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24
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Plant Type
Tender Perennial
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Sun Exposure
Full Sun, Partial Sun
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Height
14"-24" / 35.6cm - 61.0cm
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Width
12"-16" / 30.5cm - 40.6cm
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Bloom Time
Indeterminate
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Native To
Canary Islands
Growing Conditions
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Soil pH
Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
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Soil Drainage
Well Drained
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Soil type
Loam, Sand
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Tolerances
Drought, Salt
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Growth Rate
Fast
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Water Requirements
Drought Tolerant, Average Water
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Habit
Clump-Forming
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Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Ornamental Features
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Flower Interest
Showy
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Flower Color
Pink
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Flower Color Modifier
Bicolor
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Foliage Color (Spring)
Green
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Foliage Color (Summer)
Green
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Foliage Color (Fall)
Green
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Foliage Color (Winter)
Green
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Bark Color
Tan, Sandy Brown
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Fragrant Flowers
Yes
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Fragrant Fruit
No
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Fragrant Foliage
Yes
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Bark or Stem Fragrant
No
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Flower Petal Number
Single
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Repeat Bloomer
Yes
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Showy Fruit
No
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Edible Fruit
No
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Showy Foliage
Yes
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Foliage Texture
Fine
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Foliage Sheen
Matte
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Evergreen
Yes
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Showy Bark
No
Special Characteristics
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Usage
Bedding Plant, Container, Cutflower, Mixed Border, Rock Garden / Wall, Tropical
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Sharp or Has Thorns
No
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Invasive
No
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Attracts
Butterflies
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Self-Sowing
No
