Kalimeris mongolica

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Clump-forming perennial to about 1.5m tall, with deeply lobed, stalked, mid-green leaves to 15cm long, with hairy margins. Daisy-like, purple-tinged white flowerheads to 3cm across, with yellow centres are produced from summer to early autumn

Kalimeris mongolica

Scientific classification

Species
Kalimeris mongolica (Kalimeris mongolica)
Genus
Kalimeris
Family
Asteraceae
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Toxicity
Herbaceous Perennial
Plant type
1-1.5 metres
Height
0.1-0.5 metres
Spread
Deciduous
Foliage
Clump forming
Habit
Spring · Summer · Autumn
Season of interest
Full sun · Partial shade
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Distribution of Kalimeris mongolica

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Toxicity

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Kalimeris mongolica care guide

Moderate watering, brief dryness of surface soil is fully acceptable
Watering
Full sun · Partial shade
Sunlight
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Watering

Moderate watering, brief dryness of surface soil is fully acceptable

Fertilizing

Mild perennial flower feed monthly spring and summer growth

Pruning

Cut down flowered stems to ground level once flowering has finished or leave the seedheads and stems in place for wildlife and winter interest

Propagation

Propagate seed or propagate by division in spring or root softwood basal cuttings in spring; division can be carried out every third year to maintain vigour

Growing

Grow in full sun or light shade in any moist but well-drained soil. Stake tall plants in early spring, see staking: perennials. See aster cultivation for further advice

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Common pests and diseases

Diseases

May be susceptible to Powdery mildews on dry soils, Fusarium wilt and grey moulds

Pests

May be susceptible to slugs and snails damage on young growth

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