Gold and Silver Chrysanthemum

Chrysanthemum Pacificum

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Overview

Ajania pacifica, or Pacific chrysanthemum, is an evergreen perennial boasting silver-edged foliage and vibrant yellow button flowers in fall. This hardy, low-maintenance plant forms a neat mound about 12 inches high and 18 inches wide, perfect for borders and rock gardens. Thriving in full sun to part shade, it prefers well-drained soil and regular watering. Its silvery leaves provide striking contrast, complementing diverse garden palettes and designs.

Sun FullWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 5–9Climate Temperate

Gold and Silver Chrysanthemum (Chrysanthemum Pacificum) — is an evergreen perennial boasting silver-edged foliage and vibrant yellow button flowers in fall

Gold and Silver Chrysanthemum (Chrysanthemum Pacificum) — Thriving in full sun to part shade, it prefers well-drained soil and regular watering

Gold and Silver Chrysanthemum (Chrysanthemum Pacificum) — perfect for borders and rock gardens

Gold and Silver Chrysanthemum (Chrysanthemum Pacificum) — low-maintenance plant forms a neat mound about 12 inches high and 18 inches wide

Gold and Silver Chrysanthemum (Chrysanthemum Pacificum) — It boasts a mound-forming habit

Gold and Silver Chrysanthemum (Chrysanthemum Pacificum) — commonly known as Chrysanthemum pacificum or Pacific Chrysanthemum

Gold and Silver Chrysanthemum (Chrysanthemum Pacificum) — is a striking perennial plant native to the coastal areas of Japan

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones: 5–9

Shape & size

Mature height: 1–2 Ft.
Mature width: 1–3 Ft.

Classification

Family: Asteraceae
Climate: Temperate

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Gold and Silver Chrysanthemum (Chrysanthemum Pacificum) — is an evergreen perennial boasting silver-edged foliage and vibrant yellow button flowers in fall

Gold and Silver Chrysanthemum (Chrysanthemum Pacificum) — Thriving in full sun to part shade, it prefers well-drained soil and regular watering

Gold and Silver Chrysanthemum (Chrysanthemum Pacificum) — perfect for borders and rock gardens

Gold and Silver Chrysanthemum (Chrysanthemum Pacificum) — low-maintenance plant forms a neat mound about 12 inches high and 18 inches wide

Gold and Silver Chrysanthemum (Chrysanthemum Pacificum) — It boasts a mound-forming habit

Gold and Silver Chrysanthemum (Chrysanthemum Pacificum) — commonly known as Chrysanthemum pacificum or Pacific Chrysanthemum

Gold and Silver Chrysanthemum (Chrysanthemum Pacificum) — is a striking perennial plant native to the coastal areas of Japan

Gold and Silver Chrysanthemum (Chrysanthemum Pacificum) — typically reaching heights of up to 12 inches and spreading outwards to about 18 inches

Gold and Silver Chrysanthemum (Chrysanthemum Pacificum) — Its silvery leaves provide striking contrast, complementing diverse garden palettes and designs

Gold and Silver Chrysanthemum (Chrysanthemum Pacificum) — yellow flowers that bloom atop the silvery foliage

Gold and Silver Chrysanthemum (Chrysanthemum Pacificum) — variegated effect to the landscape

Gold and Silver Chrysanthemum (Chrysanthemum Pacificum) — It thrives in well-drained soil with moderate moisture levels

Gold and Silver Chrysanthemum (Chrysanthemum Pacificum) — preferring full to partial sun exposure

Gold and Silver Chrysanthemum (Chrysanthemum Pacificum) — ovate leaves with a unique silver edge that adds a shimmering

Gold and Silver Chrysanthemum (Chrysanthemum Pacificum) — Ajania can be thoughtfully placed to form a textured carpet that weaves through rock gardens or along

Gold and Silver Chrysanthemum (Chrysanthemum Pacificum) — Its resiliency and distinctive appearance make it a valuable addition to any garden

Gold and Silver Chrysanthemum (Chrysanthemum Pacificum) — yellow flowers in the garden

Gold and Silver Chrysanthemum (Chrysanthemum Pacificum) — ground cover / perennial with yellow blooms

Gold and Silver Chrysanthemum (Chrysanthemum Pacificum) — providing year-round interest with minimal upkeep

Gold and Silver Chrysanthemum (Chrysanthemum Pacificum) — Thriving in full sun to part shade, it prefers well-drained soil and regular watering; its silvery

Gold and Silver Chrysanthemum (Chrysanthemum Pacificum) — perfect for borders and rock gardens; yellow flowers in the garden

Gold and Silver Chrysanthemum (Chrysanthemum Pacificum) — ground cover / perennial for full

Gold and Silver Chrysanthemum (Chrysanthemum Pacificum) — low-maintenance plant forms a neat mound about 12 inches high and 18 inches wide; variegated effect

Gold and Silver Chrysanthemum (Chrysanthemum Pacificum) — is an evergreen perennial boasting silver-edged foliage and vibrant yellow button flowers, image 21

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