Native to woodlands and shrublands of the Mediterranean, this annual is a member of the aster family, Asteraceae, that also includes daisy, yarrow, and lettuce. It grows 6-12″ tall and has many spreading branches bearing dark green, twice or more dissected leaves. From early to late spring terminal 1″ wide flowerheads appear with white ray flowers surrounding a center of golden yellow disc flowers. The genus name, Anthemis, is the ancient Greek name for a species of this genus. The specific epithet, palaestina, is the Latinized name for the area where the plant is native.
Type: Annual
Bloom: Terminal flowerheads 1″ across with white ray flowers and yellow disc flowers from early to late spring
Size: 6-12″ H
Light: Full sun
Soil: Average, dry, well-drained
Hardiness: Not Relevant
Care: Low maintenance
Pests and Diseases: Not available
Propagation: Seed
Companion Plants: Not available
Outstanding Selections: Not available
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Karen Meyers