Montanoa grandiflora

Common Name:
Mexican tree daisy
Plant Type:
Evergreen shrub
Family:
Asteraceae (The Sunflower Family)
Geographic Origin:
Mexico
California Native?:
No

Plant Size:
10-15 feet high
Landscape/Garden Uses:
Mixed plantings
Flowering Season:
Fall and winter

Flower Color:
White
Exposure:
Sun or light shade
Soils:
Most soils

Suggested Irrigation:
Moderate watering
Estimated Hardiness:
Hardy to 20-25 degrees F.

An erect shrub, growing 10-15 feet tall in this selection. It produces thick, cane like stems from the base. These are branched above and lined by pairs of large, lobed, hairy leaves. In fall and winter the plant is decorated by large sprays of white "daisies" with yellow centers. These have a powerful fragrance similar to chocolate. Sun, moderate watering. Hardy to around 20 degrees F., resprouting after heavy damage to the tops.