Type Perennial (herbaceous)
Hardiness Zones 3 - 10
Bloom Spring, Summer, Fall
Height 2 - 3 in (5 - 7 cm)
Cultivation
Sun or semi-shade, well drained soils.
Propagation
By seeds (sow in Spring), or by clump division (in Spring, and after flowering). Once established, it will self-propagate.
Other
This pretty perennial (that's what Bellis perennis means), is probably one of the best liked, and most easy to recognize, meadow flowers,
Daisy features in numerous poems, its shape inspired girl's hair accessories, bracelets, fabric, paper, and other, popular culture, designs. Daisy makes a great
name, too. Some like it for a girl, others, affectionately give it to a beloved pet (inc. author's pretty kitty, one).
Bellis perennis, has long been used in medicinal remedies, for joint pain, bruises, sore eyes, scurvy, and eczema. These days, it is studied, and considered as a possible aid in HIV therapy.
Young leaves of Daisy are edible, and could be added to salad greens.
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