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Plant Profiles / Marguerite daisy
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Marguerite daisy
Argyranthemum frutescens · Paris daisy
Masses of cheerful daisies over fresh green leaves for months. A cottage-garden pot classic.
Full sunLight
WeeklyWater
Very easyCare level
Care at a glance
Light
Full sun
ShadeFull sun
Sun.
Water
Weekly
DryWet
Even.
Humidity
Average
LowHigh
Adaptable.
Temperature
0–30°C (32–86°F)
CoolWarm
Light frost.
Growth
Fast
SlowFast
60–90 cm.
Soil
Free-draining
LeanRich
Potting mix.
Fertiliser
Fortnightly
RarelyOften
Flowering.
Pet safety
Non-toxic
SafeToxic
Low toxicity.
About this plant
From the Canary Islands. Trim after flushes to keep compact.
Best spots
Sunny balconies and pots.
Plant facts
| Botanical name | Argyranthemum frutescens |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Origin | Canary Islands |
| Plant type | Shrubby perennial |
| Mature size | 60–90 cm |
| Growth rate | Fast |
| Flowers | Daisies |
| Toxicity | Low |
| Propagation | Cuttings |
Seasonal care calendar
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Flowering
Trim
FloweringTrim
Based on Southern Hemisphere seasons.
Troubleshooting
| Leggy | Trim. |
| Leaf miner | Remove. |
| Aphids | Hose. |
| Rot | Wet. |
| Woody | Replace. |
Common questions
Trim?
After flowering.
Pots?
Yes.
Pets?
Low risk.
Lifespan?
2–3 years.
