| Common Name | Pyrethrum Daisy |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Chrysanthemum |
| Species | Coccineum |
| Origin | Caucasus / Turkey |
| Blooming | Summer to Autumn, daisy-like flowers with dark centers |
| Leaf Color | Grey-green / Silvery grey |
| Sunlight | Half-shade |
| Category | Outdoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Well-drained fertile loam, neutral to slightly alkaline pH (6.5-7.0)
Keep soil consistently moist during growth phase. Reduce watering after blooming to prevent root rot.
Requires full sun for optimal flowering, tolerates partial shade in hot climates
Apply balanced liquid fertilizer every two weeks during active vegetative growth in spring and early summer.
Deadhead spent flowers regularly to prolong bloom. Cut back foliage to ground level in late autumn or early spring.
These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.
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