Montanoa Species, Daisy Tree, Pom Pom Tree, Tree Chrysanthemum

It is fabulous when in bloom. With much trial and error I have figured out how to get cuttings rooted almost 100% of the time. It's a fas...Read Moret growing shrub but easy to maintain

Rating neutral b/c I don't actually grow this plant. I first saw it at my fave local nursery. The owner was quite pleased about being a...Read Moreble to propagate it. Sorry, I can't remember whether owner had grown from seeds or by cuttings.

This is an erect evergreen shrub with thick stems which grow from the base to 12 feet tall, with equal spread. The hairy leaves are deeply lobed. During the fall and winter, white chrysanthemum-like flowers bloom giving off a scent reminiscent of chocolate or freshly baked cookies. The flowers are followed by decorative, chartreuse seed heads. The genus name commemorates the eighteenth century Mexican politician and amateur botanist, Luis Montana and is one of the very few in the family Asteraceae that consists of trees and shrubs. Plant in full sun or semi-shade and water regularly. It is hardy to about 20 degrees F.