The annual Melampodium divaricatum (butter daisy) yields showy, bright yellow, fragrant and repeat-blooming blossoms during late spring to early fall. This plant is clump forming and has matte and medium textured foliage that is medium green in colour.
Typical Uses
Annual, bedding plant, border, container, edging, tropical and wild flower.
Special Characteristics
Butterflies are attracted to Melampodium divaricatum . Melampodium divaricatum is tolerant of drought.
Cautions
With its fast growth rate, Melampodium divaricatum (butter daisy) will reach its mature size quickly. Keep this in mind when planning the layout of your garden. Reaching maturity quickly can be a benefit if you want your garden to look more established sooner. Be advised that Melampodium divaricatum (butter daisy) may be invasive where conditions are favourable. In such cases it will require maintenance to keep it under control. This plant is self-sowing, and without intervention may spread broadly and randomly.
