LIFE CYCLE
Perennial
PLANT CHARACTERISTICS
Colorful
GROWTH HABIT
Clumping
BLOOM SEASON
Spring–Summer
FLAVOUR PROFILE
Ornamental
SUITABLE FOR
Outdoor
SEED TYPE
Open-pollinated
PLANT TYPE
Flowering plant
PLANTING SEASON
Spring
FRUIT SIZE
N/A
PLANT HEIGHT
30–45 cm
LIGHT REQUIREMENT
Full sun
WATER NEEDS
Moderate
HARDINESS ZONES
5–9
CONTAINER GARDEN
Yes
PLANT SPACING
25–30 cm
PLANTING DEPTH
Surface sow
GROWING CONDITIONS
Well-drained
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Purple Daisy produce vibrant blooms over a long flowering season?
Can Purple Daisy produce vibrant blooms over a long flowering season?
Yes. Under suitable growing conditions, it produces abundant purple flowers that provide long-lasting color in borders and garden beds.
Do the flowers make attractive cut blooms?
Do the flowers make attractive cut blooms?
Yes. The sturdy stems and long-lasting flowers make them suitable for fresh floral arrangements and bouquets.
Can Purple Daisy be planted in cottage gardens and mixed borders?
Can Purple Daisy be planted in cottage gardens and mixed borders?
Yes. It blends beautifully with other flowering perennials and annuals in cottage gardens, meadow plantings, and ornamental borders.
Will removing faded flowers encourage continued blooming?
Will removing faded flowers encourage continued blooming?
Yes. Regular deadheading helps extend the flowering season and encourages the production of additional blooms.
Can the flowers attract bees and butterflies?
Can the flowers attract bees and butterflies?
Yes. The nectar-rich blooms attract bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinating insects throughout the flowering season.
How is Purple Daisy different from Shasta Daisy?
How is Purple Daisy different from Shasta Daisy?
Purple Daisy typically produces blooms in shades of purple or lavender, while Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum × superbum) is known for its classic white petals surrounding a bright yellow center.