Leucanthemum maximum 'Nanus'
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A dwarf, clump-forming, deciduous perennial herb with upright stems and a tuft of dark green lance-shaped foliage at the base. White, daisy-like flowers with yellow centres appear from July to August
Scientific classification
- Species
- Leucanthemum maximum 'Nanus' (Leucanthemum maximum 'Nanus')
- Genus
- Leucanthemum
- Family
- Asteraceae
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- Toxicity
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Plant type
- 0.5-1 metres
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- Deciduous
- Foliage
- Clump forming
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn
- Season of interest
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of Leucanthemum maximum 'Nanus'
Distribution map
- Native
- Introduced
- Cultivated
Source:WCVP v16 · Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew · CC BY 3.0 · Boundaries:WGSRPD / TDWG
Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of Leucanthemum maximum 'Nanus'
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Leucanthemum maximum 'Nanus' care guide
- Water thoroughly when top layer of growing medium dries out
- Watering
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Water thoroughly when top layer of growing medium dries out
Fertilizing
Diluted flowering fertilizer every two weeks in active growth
Pruning
Dead head regularly, cut stems to ground level when flowering has finished
Propagation
Propagate by division in early spring or late autumn
Growing
Position in full sun, in moist but well-drained moderately fertile soil. Divide every 2-3 years to maintain vigour
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
Generally disease-free
Pests
May be susceptible to aphids and chrysanthemum eelworm
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