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Daisy

4.6 out of 5 (5 experiences)

Fast grower

Blooms easily

Also known as

Common daisy, Lawn daisy, English daisy, Bruisewort, Woundwort and Margarida

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Bellis perennis

Genus

Bellis

Family

Asteraceae

Order

Asterales

How to care for Daisy

💦 Water

How often to water your Daisy

Daisy needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Daisy in your home

Daisy love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Daisy does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Daisy in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Daisy

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Daisy: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Daisy after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

Daisy is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!

How to Grow Daisy →

Benefits of Growing Daisy →

Common Daisy Problems →

Outdoor Care Guide for Daisy →

💦 Water Needs

Daisy prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Daisy Water Frequency →

Daisy Root Rot →

☀️ Sunlight Needs

Daisy requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

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🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Daisy is not known to cause harm to humans or pets. Regardless, if you, a family member, a cat, or dog has ingested any plant material, please consult a doctor or a veterinarian.

Is Daisy Edible? →

Daisy Toxicity to Cats →

Daisy Toxicity to Dogs →

Daisy Toxicity to Humans →

🪴 Soil

Daisy does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for Daisy →

Best Pots for Daisy →

When and How to Successfully Repot Daisy →

What Are Healthy Daisy Roots →

💩 Fertilizer

Daisy is a fast growing plant and may deplete the nutrients in its soil over time. Replenish them with a gentle organic fertilizer or compost every 1-2 months depending on your location and season. Fertilize more often during the growing season and in warmer and brighter climates.

How Much and When to Fertilize Daisy →

⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Daisy grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.

Daisy Lifecycle →

Daisy Size Guide →

How and When to Prune Daisy →

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Daisy can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 4a-8b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Daisy Temperature Tolerance →

Daisy Hardiness Zones →

Landscaping Ideas with Daisy →

When to Plant Daisy →

How to Plant Daisy →

Where to Plant Daisy →

Winter Care for Daisy →

Best Companion Plants for Daisy →

Is Daisy a Weed? →

🌱 Propagation

Daisy can be propagated by division into new individual plants.

Check to see if there is more than one plant. In some cases they may still be beneath the soil surface. If you feel confident, you may remove the soil to check for baby plantlets below!
If there are multiple plants growing, unpot the plant and gently tug the plants apart, being careful not to disturb too many of the roots. They may be connected by large root segments which you may need to break to free the plantlet.
Pot up the new plant in well-draining soil
Repot the parent plant back into its original pot

How to Propagate Daisy →

🍂 Yellow Leaves

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Daisy, since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.