Bellis
How To Propagate
And Grow Successfully

Bellis originate from Europe and are a genus of biennial gardening plants.

Flowers are solitary, single or double.

Leaves are spoon shaped and evergreen.

Bellis are a pretty, colourful gardening plants that start to flower in spring. They will add a splash of colour to any spring garden.

Essential info

Genus: Bellis

Family: Acanthaceae

Species: Perennis

Common Names: Daisy, English daisy.

Classification: Biennial.

Height: 20cm (8inches).

Flowering: From spring through summer.

Where to plant info

These are a very popular garden plant with their colourful and attractive flowers which will really enhance any mixed planting.

Where: Ideal for all borders and beds.

Plant them in patio tubs and pots for lovely summer displays.

They are good ground cover plants.

Site: They prefer full sun, they thrive in it!

They will also do well in partial shade.

Soil: Any rich and very free draining soil.

Propagation info:

By seed in spring.

Best germinating temperature: 70 deg F.

Sow seeds in light.

Time from sowing to germination: 10 to 14 days.

How to sow seeds..... read more

By division in spring.

If you want any further information on Bellis or any of your favourite gardening plants please feel free to contact us

Go to biennials

Go to home page from Bellis