Description
(Tanacetum ptarmiciflorum ‘Silver Lace’ )
SPECIAL QUALITIES
A compact and rounded shrub with soft silver foliage and white daisy flowers.
FLOWERS
White daisy-like flowers are produced in late spring.
POSITION & USES
An open and dry, sunny position with well drained soil are preferred. Silver Lace can be trimmed to a pretty hedge, planted amongst other low shrubs and perennials for a silver highlight or used as a pot specimen.
CULTIVATION
Cut back by 40% after flowering. In the heat of summer give an occasional deep watering but do not over water in cooler months.
FERTILISING
Regular applications of Seasol and Power Feed will keep it looking its best.
WATER RATING
- Red can = Little water in hot, dry weather.
- Green can = Deep watering every few weeks in hot, dry weather.
- Blue can = Deep watering weekly in hot, dry weather.
Codes are a guide only and watering requirements will be affected by soil type, competition, mulching, wind and many other factors. Try to group plants with the same code in the one bed.
CAUTION: May be harmful if eaten.
Herb Attributes
Plants Needed per Square Metre | 1 |
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Habit | A rounded perennial with feathery silver foliage that keeps its shape for several years. |
Position | Full Sun, Moderate Frost. |
Height | 1.0M |
Width | 80CM |