Tanacetum coccineum
Painted Daisy
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Painted Daisy (Tanacetum coccineum) - Description
'Tanacetum coccineum' is a colorful, single and semi-double, white, pink, rose, red and crimson feathery-leafed daisies. All the colored blooms are offset by its intense yellow center disk floret. The gorgeous flowers bloom starting the second season after seed is sown. Lovely in both the garden and great for cutting and bringing inside.
Painted Daisy (Tanacetum coccineum) - Blooming
Blooms daisy-like or button-like flowerheads, borne singly or in corymbs in colors such as white, pink, and red. Cut back T. coccineum after the flowers fade to promote a second flowering.
Painted Daisy (Tanacetum coccineum) - Growth
Annuals, perennials, and subshrubs. Tanacetums do well in full sun. Height varies depending on variety. Tanacetum works well in a rock garden, herb garden, or border edge. T. coccineum makes a nice addition to a border, and its flowers are well suited for cutting. The aromatic foliage of some species can be dried and used in potpourri.
Painted Daisy (Tanacetum coccineum) - Planting
Sow seeds in late winter or early spring at 50-55°F (10-13°C). Can also propagate by dividing perennials, or from cuttings. T. parthenium self-seeds at high rates.
Painted Daisy (Tanacetum coccineum) - Pest
Aphids, chrysanthemum nematode, and leaf miners.
Painted Daisy (Tanacetum coccineum) - Interesting facts
Many species of Tanacetum have medicinal properties. The foliage may irritate the skin upon contact. T. balsamita produces balsam-scented foliage which is often used in potpourri or herb gardens.
Painted Daisy (Tanacetum coccineum) - Soil and irrigation
Tanacetums have tolerance for aridity. Tolerates any soil as long as it is not wet and heavy, but does best in sandy soil that is well-draining. Mound-forming, dwarf, and white/silver leaved species should be grown in soil that is poor to moderately rich and has sharp drainage.
