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Chrysanthemum weyrichii 'White Bomb'

Family Compositae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   3a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 20 - 30 cm (8 - 12 in)
Spread 30 - 60 cm (1 - 2 ft)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The herbaceous perennial Chrysanthemum weyrichii 'White Bomb' (dwarf chrysanthemum) is repeat-blooming and bears showy, white and fragrant flowers during early autumn to mid autumn. The matte foliage is medium green in colour and medium in texture.
Typical Uses Accent, alpine or rock garden, bedding plant, border, container, cut flowers, edging, ground cover and mass planting.
Special Characteristics Butterflies are attracted to Chrysanthemum weyrichii 'White Bomb' .
Cautions Chrysanthemum weyrichii 'White Bomb' (dwarf chrysanthemum) is poisonous or toxic so keep this in mind if you have children or pets that could be at risk. The growth rate of Chrysanthemum weyrichii 'White Bomb' (dwarf chrysanthemum) is fast and you should plan for this in your garden design and layout. Self-sowing, this plant can spread broadly and randomly where conditions are ideal for the seeds to germinate. However, this can be a benefit if you plan to use this plant in naturalizations.