Golden Marguerite (Anthemis tinctoria) Seeds

Golden Marguerite (Anthemis tinctoria) is a cheerful, sun-loving perennial known for its masses of bright yellow daisy blooms and finely textured green foliage. Flowering throughout summer, it brings bold color and lively movement to borders, wildflower plantings, and cottage landscapes. Highly attractive to bees and beneficial insects, this drought-tolerant perennial thrives in sandy and rocky soils, making it an excellent choice for low-maintenance pollinator gardens and sunny, dry locations.

Features

• Bright yellow daisy flowers with long blooming season
• Loved by bees, butterflies, and beneficial pollinators
• Excellent for cottage gardens, borders, and wild landscapes
• Thrives in dry, sunny, and low-fertility soils
• Low-maintenance perennial with airy, fine foliage
• Non-GMO Anthemis tinctoria heirloom seeds

Specifications

• Common Name: Golden Marguerite, Yellow Chamomile
• Scientific Name: Anthemis tinctoria
• Plant Type: Perennial flowering plant
• USDA Zones: 3–9
• Flower Color: Bright yellow
• Bloom Season: Late spring through summer
• Height: 18–36 inches
• Spread: 12–24 inches
• Growth Habit: Bushy, upright mounding
• Foliage: Finely cut, airy green leaves
• Heirloom: Yes
• GMO Status: Non-GMO
• Organic: Not certified organic
• Light Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Preference: Dry to average well-drained soils
• Water Needs: Low once established
• Drought Tolerance: High
• Pollinator Value: Excellent for bees and butterflies
• Maintenance Level: Low
• Plant Spacing: 12–18 inches
• Seed Viability: 2–3 years stored cool & dry

Planting Guide

• Direct sow outdoors in fall or early spring; can also start indoors 6–8 weeks before frost.
• Lightly cover seeds with 1/8 inch of soil; needs light pressure but not deep burial.
• Keep soil lightly moist until germination (7–21 days).
• Transplant or thin seedlings to 12–18 inches apart.
• Choose full sun and well-drained soil; thrives in poor, rocky ground.
• Avoid heavy watering; drought-tolerant once established.
• Deadhead spent blooms to extend flowering or leave seed heads for wildlife interest.