| Description: |
Clump-forming with daisy flowers in many sizes and forms depending on the strain. |
| Uses: |
Border, Container, Foundation, Massing, Seashore |
| Environment: |
Suitable for the home or a greenhouse |
| Lighting Needs: |
Does best in full sunlight coming from the South/East/West |
| Soil Type: |
A GOOD general purpose potting soil (a soil that retains water yet drains well) will suffice. Check purchased soil to see that it is well aerated and add sand or perlite and peat moss if it seems to pack too tightly. Give the plants a chance to settle in before going back to whatever fertilization program has been successful for you. If you want to mix your own take:
1 part garden soil, 1 part peat or humus (leaf mold)
Always use a pot with a hole.
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| Watering: |
Drench the soil and let it become moderately dry between waterings. If you use rainwater, be careful as it could be acidic. Use warm water. |
| Fertilizer: |
Feed every two weeks while in growth with a water soluble fertilizer. |
| Plant Pests: |
Prone to none Always inspect any new plant for pests before introducing it to your home or greenhouse. |
| Propagation: |
Division and seeds
in the spring.
Early summer, Early fall, Late summer, Late spring, Late winter, Mid summer, Mid fall, Mid spring
It is best to propagate seeds in a mixture of moist peat and perlite. Cover the pot and plant with a plastic bag secured by a rubber band to prevent the moisture from escaping. Place in indirect sunlight or under a fluorescent light. Repot in its regular mix after it has been growing for a while. After dividing, plant in the plant's regular potting mix.
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| Gardening Tips & Care: |
Mist occasionally with warm water (lime free to avoid leaf staining). Do not plant too deep and ensure the crown of the plant is above the soil. Needs good drainage. Propagate new plant every two years.
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| Air Purifier: |
A good remover of formaldehyde from the surrounding atmosphere. |
| Flower Color: |
Orange, Pink, Purple, Red, White, Yellow |