Marguerite Daisy (Argyranthemum)

Argyranthemum is a genus of daisy-flowered plants in the Asteraceae, native to Macaronesia, as recorded in [Kew’s Plants of the World Online](https://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:7706-1). The [Royal Horticultural Society](https://www.rhs.org.uk/plants/1531/argyranthemum-frutescens/details) describes garden forms as woody-based perennials or subshrubs with finely divided foliage and flower heads in white, yellow or pink; flowering commonly runs from late spring into autumn, with details varying among species and cultivars. ## Garden use and size Marguerites bring a soft, informal look to sunny borders, patio pots and cottage-style plantings. Species and selections vary considerably, so use the catalog size as a broad garden estimate rather than a promise for every Argyranthemum. The genus-level entry intentionally represents that range of forms rather than one named cultivar. ## Siting Most commonly grown marguerites do best in full sun and moderately fertile, well-drained soil. They can be grown in containers where drainage is reliable; some forms are tender in freezing climates and are treated as seasonal bedding plants. ## Maintenance Water during establishment and in dry spells, while allowing excess water to drain. Remove faded flower heads to keep plants tidy and encourage continued display; protect tender plants from hard frost or take cuttings where they are not reliably hardy.