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Container culture — Argyranthemum frutescens

Argyranthemum frutescens (L.) Sch. Bip.

Growing Argyranthemum in containers is the primary cultivation method, allowing for the preservation of the plant in temperate climates and the control of its shape.

In the reference 57 varieties crop Marguerite daisy, where this is mentioned in the description.

For Argyranthemum frutescens, container technology involves the use of varieties with genetically inherent compactness, which eliminates the need for growth retardants. The plant requires regular pinching of shoots and the removal of faded inflorescences to maintain a decorative bushy shape and prolonged flowering.

A key aspect is a strict water regime: despite a high demand for irrigation, the substrate must have excellent drainage, as waterlogging leads to the rapid death of the root system. The container method also provides an opportunity to extend the plant's life cycle by moving pots to a frost-free area for the winter period.

General information about the subject — on the page Container culture.

Sources8

Varieties of Marguerite daisy mentioned in the description

Selection based on the description text, not on official evaluation: these data are absent from registers. For specific variety details, please refer to its profile.

Argyranthemum frutescens (L.) Sch. Bip. · Marguerite daisy

University of Sydney

DE DK
8 records

Cobsing

Active

Argyranthemum frutescens (L.) Sch. Bip. · Marguerite daisy

Oates John

8 records

Argyranthemum frutescens (L.) Sch. Bip. · Marguerite daisy

Syngenta Seeds B.V.

PL
7 records

Argyranthemum frutescens (L.) Sch. Bip. · Marguerite daisy

University of Sydney

6 records

Argyranthemum frutescens (L.) Sch. Bip. · Marguerite daisy

Thomas Michael Cunneen

6 records

Summer Melody

Terminated

Argyranthemum frutescens (L.) Sch. Bip. · Marguerite daisy

University of Sydney

6 records

Supagem

Active

Argyranthemum frutescens (L.) Sch. Bip. · Marguerite daisy

McDonald Daniel Bede

5 records

Argyranthemum frutescens (L.) Sch. Bip. · Marguerite daisy

Thomas Michael Cunneen

5 records

Cobeer

Active

Argyranthemum frutescens (L.) Sch. Bip. · Marguerite daisy

Thomas M. Cunneen

5 records

Argyranthemum frutescens (L.) Sch. Bip. · Marguerite daisy

Syngenta Seeds B.V.

5 records

Argyranthemum frutescens (L.) Sch. Bip. · Marguerite daisy

Thomas Michael Cunneen

5 records

Argyranthemum frutescens (L.) Sch. Bip. · Marguerite daisy

Dr Andrew Berneutz, an employee of Bonza Botanicals, Bonza Botanicals Pty Ltd

5 records

Argyranthemum frutescens (L.) Sch. Bip. · Marguerite daisy

Syngenta Seeds B.V.

4 records

OHAR 01245

Terminated

Argyranthemum frutescens (L.) Sch. Bip. · Marguerite daisy

Dr Andrew Bernuetz, Oasis Horticulture Pty Ltd

3 records

Argyranthemum frutescens (L.) Sch. Bip. · Marguerite daisy

SCHMUELLING MARKUS| Markus Schmuelling (Inh. der Gaertnerei Wilhelm

DE
3 records

Wesaryel

Active

Argyranthemum frutescens (L.) Sch. Bip. · Marguerite daisy

Heinrich Westhoff|Sudlohn, DE

3 records

Innpolly

Terminated

Argyranthemum frutescens (L.) Sch. Bip. · Marguerite daisy

Silvia Hofmann|SUSANNE HERDEGEN

3 records

SUN 340

Active

Argyranthemum frutescens (L.) Sch. Bip. · Marguerite daisy

Josef Heuger

3 records

SUPA1087

Active

Argyranthemum frutescens (L.) Sch. Bip. · Marguerite daisy

Nuflora International Pty Ltd

3 records

Butterfly

Protection expired

Argyranthemum frutescens (L.) Sch. Bip. · Marguerite daisy

WILHELM SCHMÜLLING

DK
3 records

Supa593

Active

Argyranthemum frutescens (L.) Sch. Bip. · Marguerite daisy

Daniel McDonald

3 records

SUN 70

Active

Argyranthemum frutescens (L.) Sch. Bip. · Marguerite daisy

Josef Heuger

3 records

Summer Eyes

Terminated

Argyranthemum frutescens (L.) Sch. Bip. · Marguerite daisy

Thomas M. Cunneen

3 records

Argylem

Active

Argyranthemum frutescens (L.) Sch. Bip. · Marguerite daisy

van Kleinwee Theodorus Cornelis Maria|Hoorn, NL / Houbraken Anna M. W. P.|Fijnaart, NL

3 records