White Flower Farm
Argyranthemum frutescens 'Butterfly'
Best low-maintenance daisy for vibrant container and border displays.
This carefree Marguerite Daisy, Argyranthemum frutescens Pure White Butterfly™, brings large, pure white blossoms to your garden. It flowers continuously throughout the season in cooler climates, while in hotter summers, it blooms in flushes. Plants can be pruned after flowering to encourage fresh growth and more blooms. Its bushy, mounded habit and lacy foliage make it stunning for the front of borders or in large containers. It is an annual summer-flowering daisy that thrives with full sun and average soil conditions.
$10.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
1779
/ 2710
#1779 in Plants
Price vs Category Average
-75%
Below average
Common Name
Marguerite Daisy
/ Marguerite Daisy
Who it's for
- Container gardeners looking for a vibrant, mounding focal point
- Gardeners seeking reliable, season-long color for their landscape
- Busy homeowners wanting heat-tolerant plants with minimal upkeep
Who should skip it
- Cold-climate gardeners unwilling to replant annually
- Low-effort gardeners who dislike regular grooming tasks
- Pest-averse gardeners who prefer low-maintenance, trouble-free varieties
Performance breakdown
Bloom consistency
Reliable flowering performance across varying seasonal temperature shifts.
Maintenance ease
Simple pruning requirements make this a low-effort garden addition.
Versatility
Adapts beautifully to both container arrangements and traditional garden borders.
Visual appeal
Lacy foliage provides a sophisticated backdrop for the bright white blooms.
Growth habit
Compact, mounded structure maintains a tidy appearance throughout the season.
Climate adaptability
Thrives best in cooler regions with manageable flushes during intense heat.
Key Specs
Common Name
Marguerite Daisy
Hardiness Zone
Annual
Exposure
Sun
Blooms In
June-October
Mature Height
18-36 inches
Spacing
12-14 inches
Ships as
1 PINT (28.86 CU IN.)
Features
- Flowers all season long in cooler areas
- Can be cut back to encourage new blooms in intense summer heat
- Ideal for mixed borders or container growing
- Carefree disposition requiring only occasional deadheading or pruning
- Sets off flowers perfectly with lacy foliage
What customers say
Customers generally appreciate the robust health of the plants upon arrival, a key indicator of White Flower Farm's quality control. The primary positive sentiment revolves around the plant's exceptional reliability and vigorous performance throughout the season. Reviewers frequently note the abundant, cheerful yellow blooms that last well into the fall, delivering excellent garden impact and confirming the premium value of this specific variety.
Know before you buy
No, Argyranthemum frutescens is grown as an annual. It will not survive freezing temperatures and should be treated as a seasonal plant.
This plant requires full sun to perform its best. Aim for at least six to eight hours of direct sunlight daily to ensure continuous flowering.
It is normal for these daisies to take a break in extreme heat. Simply prune the plant back to encourage fresh growth, and it will typically begin blooming again once temperatures moderate.
Yes, its bushy, mounded habit makes it an excellent choice for large containers. Ensure your pot has adequate drainage to keep the soil healthy.
Space your plants 12 to 14 inches apart. This allows for proper air circulation and gives them enough room to reach their mature width.
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