Family
Asteraceae
Botanical Name
CHRYSANTHEMUM weyrichii
Plant Common Name
Weyrich's Chrysanthemum
Special Notice
This entry has yet to be reviewed and approved by L2G editors.
General Description
Weyrich's chrysanthemum is a hardy mat-forming perennial producing abundant white daisy-like flowers in autumn. The white petals circle a central cone of yellow. Native to the Kamchatka Peninsula of Russia and the tiny islands north of Japan, this low but vigorous spreading plant has fleshy, aromatic leaves that are jaggledly five-lobed rising from a woody rhizome. It is a late-season source of nectar for butterflies.
Plant this chrysanthemum in a fast-draining soil, either sand or loam-based in full sun. The perennial will be relatively short-lived in heavier soils. It works nicely as a groundcover on rocky hillsides or screes or in the sunny mixed border. Oils in the foliage can be slightly irritating to those with skin allergies.
Characteristics
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AHS Heat Zone
9 - 1
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USDA Hardiness Zone
5 - 9
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Sunset Zone
A2, A3, 1a, 1b, 2a, 2b, 3a, 3b, 4, 5, 6
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Plant Type
Perennial
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Sun Exposure
Full Sun
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Height
8"-10" / 20.3cm - 25.4cm
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Width
15"-18" / 38.1cm - 45.7cm
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Bloom Time
Early Fall, Fall
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Native To
Eastern Europe, Northern Europe, Russia/Siberia, Asia
Growing Conditions
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Soil pH
Neutral, Alkaline
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Soil Drainage
Well Drained
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Soil type
Clay, Loam, Sand
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Growth Rate
Fast
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Water Requirements
Average Water
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Habit
Mat-forming
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Seasonal Interest
Fall
Special Characteristics
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Usage
Bedding Plant, Container, Cutflower, Groundcover, Mixed Border, Rock Garden / Wall
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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
Yes
