Argyranthemum Frutescens "Beauty Yellow Daisy"

Argyranthemum frutescens ‘Beauty Yellow’

Botanical Name

Argyranthemum frutescens ‘Beauty Yellow’

Common Names

• Marguerite Daisy
• Beauty Yellow Daisy
• Shrubby Daisy

Product Description

Argyranthemum frutescens ‘Beauty Yellow’ is a compact, long-flowering perennial known for its bright yellow daisy-like blooms that add cheerful colour to any garden. This cultivar is easy to grow, drought-tolerant, and low-maintenance, making it ideal for garden borders, container displays, patios, and mass plantings. Its evergreen foliage and abundant flowers attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies, enhancing biodiversity while brightening South African gardens.

Size When Fully Grown

• Height: ± 30–50 cm
• Spread: ± 40–60 cm
• Growth habit: Compact, bushy, clumping

Best Growing Conditions

• Light: Full sun
  • Ensures maximum flowering and bright colour.
• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil
  • Performs well in loamy or sandy soils; avoid waterlogged conditions.
• Watering: Moderate
  • Water regularly during dry periods; drought-tolerant once established.
• Climate:
  • Suited to most South African regions
  • Performs well in temperate, subtropical, and coastal gardens; light frost tolerance, protect young plants in cold areas
• Maintenance: Low to moderate
  • Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming
  • Light pruning maintains compact shape and promotes bushier growth

Best Planting Season & Growth Cycle (South Africa)

• Best Time to Plant: Spring
• Active Growing Season: Spring through autumn
• Flowering Season: Spring to late autumn
• Seasonal Notes:
  • Evergreen in warmer regions; semi-evergreen in cooler climates
  • Perfect for borders, mass plantings, container gardens, and pollinator-friendly gardens
  • Adds long-lasting vibrant yellow colour with minimal maintenance