Bellis perennis

Common Daisy / English Daisy

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Compact perennial herb featuring white or pink ray florets with yellow centers. Forms a basal rosette of dark green leaves. Thrives in cool climates and tolerates indoor conditions well during winter.
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Plant Details

Common Name Common Daisy / English Daisy
Family Asteraceae
Genus Bellis
Species Perennis
Origin Europe, North Africa
Blooming Spring to late Autumn, year-round indoors if cool
Leaf Color Dark green
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining loam or potting mix with peat and perlite; neutral pH preferred.

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Watering

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Reduce watering during summer dormancy.

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Sunlight & Care

Full sun outdoors. Bright indirect light indoors to prevent legginess.

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Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer monthly during active growth (Spring/Fall).

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Pruning

Deadhead spent flowers regularly to encourage blooming; remove damaged leaves.

Pest Control Aphid Slug Snail Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 9 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
41° – 75°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 75%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
2000 – 12000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
800 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
30% – 60%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
400 – 1200
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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