Machaeranthera tanacetifolia (Tahoka Daisy)
Tahoka Daisy, Takhoka-daisy, Tanseyleaf Aster, Tanseyleaf Goldenweed, Tansyleaf Tansyaster, Aster tanacetifolius, Machaeranthera coronopifolia, Machaeranthera parthenium
Machaeranthera tanacetifolia (Tahoka Daisy) is an annual or biennial forming clumps of branched stems covered with a fern-like foliage of pinnately divided leaves into small, pointed lobes. In late spring to fall, clusters of delicate aster-like flowers, 1-2 in. wide (2-5 cm), adorned the tips of the stems. They feature 12-40 lavender to purple ray florets surrounding a center of many golden-yellow disc florets. The charming blossoms are attractive to butterflies. Upright to widely spreading, this easily-naturalized wildflower makes a colorful addition to home landscapes. It is a fine choice for short grass meadows, rocky slopes or even between flagstones.
- Grows up to 6-24 in. tall (15-60 cm).
- Thrives in full sun to part shade in sandy, gravelly, well-drained soils. Periodic watering will encourage flowering.
- Great for butterfly gardens, rock gardens and banks and slopes.
- No serious pest or disease issues.
- Propagate by seed.
- Native to North America.
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Requirements
Hardiness | 7
– 9 |
---|---|
Heat Zones | 5
– 9 |
Plant Type | Annuals |
Plant Family | Aster |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Late) Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall |
Height | 6" – 2' (15cm – 60cm) |
Water Needs | Low, Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Showy |
Native Plants | United States, California, Midwest, Illinois, Kansas, Nebraska, South Dakota, Northeast, New York, Rocky Mountains, Colorado, Montana, Utah, Wyoming, Southwest, Nevada, Arizona, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Texas |
Tolerance | Rocky Soil |
Attracts | Butterflies |
Garden Uses | Banks and Slopes |
Garden Styles | Gravel and Rock Garden, Prairie and Meadow |
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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
Requirements
Hardiness | 7
– 9 |
---|---|
Heat Zones | 5
– 9 |
Plant Type | Annuals |
Plant Family | Aster |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Late) Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall |
Height | 6" – 2' (15cm – 60cm) |
Water Needs | Low, Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Showy |
Native Plants | United States, California, Midwest, Illinois, Kansas, Nebraska, South Dakota, Northeast, New York, Rocky Mountains, Colorado, Montana, Utah, Wyoming, Southwest, Nevada, Arizona, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Texas |
Tolerance | Rocky Soil |
Attracts | Butterflies |
Garden Uses | Banks and Slopes |
Garden Styles | Gravel and Rock Garden, Prairie and Meadow |