This upright bushy perennial has softly hairy, mid-green lower leaves to 3 inches long and lance-shaped upper leaves to 1 inch long. White, double flowers, resembling chrysanthemums, bloom almost constantly from spring to fall. Kalimeris is closely related to Boltonia .
Noteworthy CharacteristicsSpreads after a couple of years but is not invasive.
CareProvide full sun and moist but well-drained soil. Divide to control spreading. May be severely cut back in midsummer.
PropagationSow seed in situ when ripe. Divide in spring or summer to maintain vigor.
ProblemsInfrequent.
- Genus : Kalimeris
- Plant Height : 1 to 3 feet
- Plant Width : 1 to 3 feet
- Zones : 6, 7, 8, 9
- Bloom Time : Fall, Spring, Summer
- Light : Full Sun
- Moisture : Medium Moisture
- Plant Type : Perennials
- Plant Seasonal Interest : Spring Interest
- Flower Color : White
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