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Nipponanthemum nipponicum

Family Asteraceae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   5a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 45 - 90 cm (1.5 - 3 ft)
Spread 45 - 90 cm (1.5 - 3 ft)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture low, well-drained
Soil Type clay
Soil pH acidic

Description The herbaceous perennial Nipponanthemum nipponicum (montauk daisy) bears showy, pastel yellow and fragrant blossoms during mid-summer to late fall. This plant is rounded in form and has medium textured and aromatic foliage that is deep green in colour.
Typical Uses Accent, bedding plant, border, container, cut flowers and mass planting.
Special Characteristics This herbaceous perennial attracts butterflies to your garden.
Cautions This plant is self-sowing and may spread broadly and randomly.