This perennial is semi-evergreen so it can lose some of its leaves in winter. In colder regions or more exposed gardens, it may lose them all, but then fresh new growth appears again in spring.

• Position: full sun
• Soil: moderately fertile, well-drained soil
• Rate of growth: average
• Flowering period: June to September
• Hardiness: half hardy (needs frost protection)
  
  A popular, spreading perennial that is useful for creating a carpet of colour towards the front of a sunny border. Often producing its cheerful, yellow-centred, daisy-like flowers for months on end, it looks fantastic planted en masse in the border, but will also put on a fabulous display in patio pots.
  
  
• Garden care: Protect plants in very cold areas and lift and divide congested clumps in autumn or spring.