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| Category: Shrub |
| Family: Asteraceae (Sunflowers) |
| Origin: Central America (North America) |
| Evergreen: Yes |
| Flower Color: White |
| Bloomtime: Fall/Winter |
| Fragrant Flowers: Yes |
| Synonyms: [Eriocoma hartwegiana] |
| Height: 8-12 feet |
| Width: 8-12 feet |
| Exposure: Full Sun |
| Irrigation (H2O Info): Medium Water Needs |
| Winter Hardiness: 20-25° F |
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Montanoa grandiflora (Daisy Tree) - This is an erect evergreen shrub with thick stems which grow from the base to 12 feet tall with equal spread. The slightly-hairy green leaves are deeply lobed. During the fall and winter, white daisy-like flowers with yellow centers are produced in abundance and give off a scent reminiscent of chocolate or vanilla. The flowers are followed by interestingly attractive chartreuse colored seedheads that last on the plant through the winter months. Plant in full sun and water occasionally to regularly - can be somewhat drought tolerant but looks much better with irrigation. Some say this plant not frost hardy but we have had this plant survive in our garden through the December 1990 freeze with short duration temperatures at 18° F and the January 2007 freeze with 3 nights dropping to 25° F and both times this plant came back gloriously the following year - while early frosts may nip the flowers and tender growth we feel that the plant is hardy to about 20 degrees F. Cut it back hard in early spring to allow the fresh new foliage to emerge near the base.
This description of this plant is based on our research and our observations of it growing at the nursery, in our own garden and in other gardens. We always appreciate receiving feedback of any kind from those who have any additional information about this plant, particularly if they disagree with what we have written or have additional cultural tips that would aid others growing Montanoa grandiflora .
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