Rhodanthemum hosmariense Flirt

The 'Flirt' Moroccan Daisy (Rhodanthemum hosmariense) is a spring perennial that forms a small cushion adorned with fine silver foliage that remains evergreen. It is covered in large white daisies with golden hearts from early March: these are the very first daisies of the year!

Native to the Atlas Mountains, the Moroccan daisy (in Latin Rhodanthemum or Leucanthemum hosmariense) is actually an undershrub with a woody base. The 'Flirt' variety has flowers twice as large as those of the type species, measuring about 5cm (2in) in diameter. Nonetheless, they retain the incomparable charm and simplicity that are characteristic of all daisies! These flowers are highly decorative thanks to their large size and the combination of their light colours. The finely cut, silvery grey foliage persists all year round and forms an ideal backdrop for the flowering.

The white flowers with yellow hearts of the 'Flirt' Rhodanthemum appear very early in spring and continue to bloom constantly until early summer. Because of its decorative qualities and early flowering, it is an ideal perennial plant to use in combination with more traditional biennials such as pansies and primroses. It is also suitable for pots and containers for spring decoration on terraces, balconies, and window sills. It can then be replanted in the garden where it will appreciate a sunny location in well-drained soil, even poor and rocky, sheltered from heavy frost.

Note: Please be aware that our plug plants are professional products reserved for experienced gardeners: upon receipt, transplant them as soon as possible, in pots, containers or directly into flowerbeds.