Chrysanthemum carinatum or the Painted Daisy is an annual with fine divided fleshy foliage and spectacular displays of white, yellow, mauve or red daisy flowers that are banded with contrasting colours.
Good border plants providing rich displays of colour in spring and summer, it is however considered a weed in California.
The seeds are often sold as a 'Rainbow Mix' ensuring you get a wide range of colours which is a good thing for mixed borders and also makes a lovely colourful statement when planted in larger tubs and planters on patios.
They make excellent cut flowers and last well in vases.