Daisies provide summer feelings because they are the typical plants in flower-rich meadows. Their flowering period extends from April to October, which delights not only plant lovers but also butterflies, wild bees and bumblebees.
How do you plant daisies correctly?
Daisies should be planted in a sunny location with nutrient-rich, well-drained soil. Prepare in spring: planting holes (20 cm deep), spacing (40 cm), mix excavated material with compost and sand, insert perennials, fill cavities, press down and water well.
Location requirements
Daisies grow naturally in meadows, on the edges of fields or on the edges of forests. They prefer open landscapes and thrive optimally in full sun conditions. You should take this preference into account when planting in the garden. If you want to beautify partially shaded areas with wild perennials, the properties of the soil are even more important. Leucanthemum varieties value a nutrient-rich and permeable substrate. Improve the existing soil annually with compost and ensure a loose structure with sand.
Sowing and planting
Seeds can be grown from March in seed trays that you fill with a nutrient-poor substrate. Since daisies are dark germinators, you have to cover the grains with a layer of soil. Place the container in a bright and warm place. For the greatest possible germination success, the potting soil must ensure continuously moist conditions.
Planting outdoors
The ideal planting time is in spring from late April to early May. The summer bloomers will then go into full swing in the coming season. If you want to plant perennial varieties, autumn planting is also possible. This only applies to hardy specimens that are additionally protected with brushwood or leaves. Over time, the spreading plants form an aesthetic sea of flowers.
This is how daisies feel good:
- Prepare planting holes with a depth of 20 centimeters
- pay attention to a distance of 40 centimeters
- Mix excavated material with compost and sand
- Insert perennials and fill cavities with soil
- Press plants lightly and water well
Cultivation in a bucket
Because of their compact growth habit, the daisy family is suitable for pot planting. This is how daisies thrive on the balcony, provided the conditions are right. The plants feel comfortable in loose potting soil (€10.00 on Amazon) that has been mixed with sand. Adding compost provides all the necessary nutrients. To prevent the summer bloomers from drying out, you should keep the substrate evenly moist.
Tip
The poor meadow daisy occurs on nitrogen-poor soils. If you want to cultivate this species, you should use nutrient-poor soil.
