Chrysanthemum × koreanum (kris-AN-the-mum kor-ee-AH-num) are perennial plants that can be easily grown in the landscape, even in frigid climates. These members of the Asteraceae family of plants grow wild
Symphyotrichum oblongifolium (sim-fy-oh-TRY-kum ob-long-ee-FOH-lee-um) is a wild, native member of the Asteraceae family of plants. This perennial wildflower is native to North America and grows in various natural settings throughout
There are many wonderful options for your garden, but two of the more popular ones are zinnias and dahlias. These two plants have a lot in common, making it sometimes
The Asteraceae family has a lot of wonderful plants; some of the most popular are the zinnias. This wonderful genus has given rise to various new hybrids and cultivars over
Do deer eat Marigolds? The answer may surprise you. It turns out that marigolds are a natural deterrent against deer. Deer have a keen sense of smell and tend to
Many flowers are considered garden staples. Few are as popular with all ages and indoor and outdoor growers as humble marigold flowers. Marigolds are part of the Asteraceae family, along with asters and
There are three major types of gardeners in the world. The first type loves ornamental plants and prefers to grow flowers. The second type likes the reward of growing crop
Marigolds are a very popular group of plants, but not all marigolds are created equal. In fact, there are approximately 46 plants referred to as marigolds that aren’t actually marigolds
Marigolds have a reputation for being one of the easiest flowers to grow. They’re often the first plant children get to care for and require very little upkeep. But growing
Zinnias are a lovely, easy-to-grow genus of annual plants which provide a touch of color to any space they’re planted in. However, you might not have known that the many
Marigolds (Tagetes spp.) are commonly used in borders, beds, and window boxes, but did you know they’re far more than just good-looking? Companion planting (also sometimes referred to as complimentary
The Aster (ASS-ter) is a plant genus belonging to the plant family Asteraceae (ass-ter-AY-see-ee). This family is commonly referred to as the Daisy family. Aster’s name is derived from Greek
Asters (ASS-ter) are late-blooming herbaceous perennial members of the Asteraceae (ass-ter-AY-see-ee) plants native to Europe, Asia, and North America. The plants’ name originates from ancient Greek. It means “star” for
Originally exclusive to Central America, the dahlia (DAL-ee-a) has become one of the most diverse and iconic plants in the world. These members of the Asteraceae family include only 42
Sorting through a genus of only 42 species sounds easy enough, but what happens when that genus is so popular there are over 57,000 registered cultivars and counting? This was
Zinnia elegans (ZIN-ya ELL-eh-ganz) is a member of the Asteraceae family from Mexico. The genus name honors botany professor Johan Gottfried Zinn (1727 – 1759). The meaning of the specific
Members of the Asteraceae family have always been popular with gardeners, and cosmos have become a hallmark flower in recent years. One of the most beloved members of this new
Helianthus Angustifolia (hee-lee-AN-thus an-gus-tee-FOH-lee-us) is a native North American wildflower. Angustifolia grows freely in bogs, flood plains, and bottom lands throughout the eastern and southeastern United States. This perennial wildflower
Best known as a floss flower, Ageratum houstonianum (a-ger-AE-tum ho-stone-ee-AE-num) has a reputation for being popular in the New World and infamous in Hawaii and everywhere else. This annual goes
The Euryops plant, is commonly known as the African bush daisy. The genus has approximately 50 individual species hailing from South Africa. These tend to be compact, evergreen perennials with
Thymophylla tenuiloba (ty-mo-FIL-uh ten-yoo-ee-LOW-buh) better known as the Dahlberg Daisy is a short term perennial, usually grown as an annual in full sun. The plant is also known as Dyssodia
This member of the Asteraceae family (Aster plants) the flowering Chamomile has long been cherished as a valuable medicinal plant. You’ll find lots of chamomile products on the market today.
Currently one of the most popular types of daisy, Leucanthemum maximum (lew-KANTH-ih-mum MAKS-ih-mum) is a showy member of the Asteraceae family. It is best known by the common names Shasta
The Marguerite Daisy, aka Argyranthemum frutescens [ar-ji-RAN-the-mum, froo-TESS-enz], are excellent garden plants popular for their delicate showy nature and iconic daisy-like flowers. Belonging to the aster/daisy family Asteraceae, the plant has earned quite a
The African daisy, with lovely daisy-like flowers, originates from South Africa. Also known as the Cape Daisy or Blue-eyed Daisy (Osteospermum fruticosum) are members of the (Aster plant) Asteraceae family. Quick African Daisy
Tanacetum coccineum (TAN-uh-SEE-tum, kok-SIN-ee-um) is a non-invasive, non-aggressive herbaceous perennial hailing from the Caucasus and most parts of Asia. A member of the Asteraceae or Compositae family, the plant’s genus
The Gerbera Daisy (a.k.a. Transvaal daisy, Gerber daisy, African daisy, or Barberton daisy – Gerbera jamesonii) from the Asteraceae family are popular indoor and outdoor South African floral plants. The
Desert marigold, known botanically as Baileya Multiradiata [BAY-lee-uh, mul-ty-rad-ee-AH-tuh], is a flowering species from the composite plant family (Compositae or Asteraceae family). This is a sun-loving wildflower, native to northern Mexico
Erigeron philadelphicus L. [er-Ij-er-on, fil-uh-DEL-fee-kus] is a flowering perennial from the daisy or aster family, Asteraceae. The scientific name of the genus ‘Erigeron‘ comes from Greek words eri and geron, which mean “early” and “old
Symphyotrichum novi-belgii (L.) G.L.Nesom [sim-fy-oh-TRY-kum, NO-vee BEL-jee-eye] is a flowering plant type species commonly known as Aster novi-belgi and Michaelmas daisy. The plant comes from the Aster family Asteraceae that includes: Aster
The simple name is the Montauk Daisy for Nipponanthemum nipponicum [nip-pon-AN-the-mum, nip-PON-ih-kum]. It is also known by the botanical names Chrysanthemum nipponicum and Leucanthemum nipponicum. It is a herbaceous composite
Erigeron Annuus is a herbaceous plant from the Asteraceae or Aster family. Stenactis annua is a synonym for Annuus. It is native to North America but is a common plant
Senecio Mandraliscae [Sen-ek-ee-o, Man-druh-LISS-kee] is a dwarf shrub in the family of Asteraceae and a species in the Senecio genus. This attractive blue-green plant is native to South Africa. The
Erigeron [Er-IJ-er-on] is a slender species of plants from the Compositae/Asteraceae family or Aster family, a diverse genus including more than 170 species around the globe. Native plants to Mexico
About thirty species of Gaillardia [Gay-LAR-dee-uh] Daisy grow wild throughout North and South America and are native to the central United States. Among these species are annuals, perennials, and biennials.
Commonly known as the Mexican Zinnia, Zinnia haageana [ZIN-ya, hag-ee-AH-nuh] is an annual flowering plant. The species is known for its brilliantly colored flowers which bloom all season long and
A part of the Asteraceae family, the Sanvitalia [san-vi-TAY-lee-uh] genus of flowering plants produce small daisy-like flowers. The genus name “Sanvitalia” honors Frederico Sanvitali, a noted 18th-century Italian botanist. There
Rudbeckia hirta [rud-BEK-ee-a, HER-tuh] is an annual wildflower and a member of the family Asteraceae. It’s common names include: Orange Coneflower Black-Eyed Susan Gloriosa Daisy Rudbeckia Despite its name, this
Briefly, a composite is a member of the composite family (Compositae or Asteraceae family). However, such a statement conveys little information to one who is just learning. It becomes clearer
China Aster – Callistephus chinensis [kal-LISS-teff-us chi-NEN-siss] is a member of the Asteraceae (ass-ter-AY-see-ee) family. The plants’ genus name refers to two Greek words: “kalli”, which means beautiful and “stephos”,