Felicia heterophylla 'Spring Merchen'

Daisy

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Common Name:

Daisy

Plant Type:

Perennial

Flower color:

Foliage color:

Green

Sun (From 0 to 5):

3

Water (From 0 to 5):

2

Maximum temperature:

30°C

Minimum temperature:

10°C

Maximum height:

35 cm

Daisy (Felicia heterophylla 'Spring Merchen') - Description

This dwarf version of Felicia heterophylla is heavily branched. Daisy-like 1 1/2" across blooms are mostly sky blue, with a scattering of pink, purple and rose. This mat-forming annual is suitable for beds and containers. Height 12-14". GARDEN HINTS: For earliest blooms, sow outdoors after last heavy frost or start early in a cool greenhouse. Grows best in full sun and cool weather. Needs well-drained soil with poor to moderate fertility.

Daisy (Felicia heterophylla 'Spring Merchen') - Blooming

Blooms continually when grown as a perennial. Flower heads resemble Marguerite Daisies but are blue with yellow centers.

Daisy (Felicia heterophylla 'Spring Merchen') - Growth

Does best with full sun. Generally grown as a winter annual in desert conditions, but is normally grown as a perennial.

Daisy (Felicia heterophylla 'Spring Merchen') - Planting

Easy to propagate via seeds or cuttings. Plant about 1' apart. Plants from cuttings with produce flowers in about one year. Does best with full sun. Generally grown as a winter annual in desert conditions, but is normally grown as a perennial.

Daisy (Felicia heterophylla 'Spring Merchen') - Pest

Both gray mold and root rot can be a problem. Spider mites and aphids can develop when propagating under glass.

Daisy (Felicia heterophylla 'Spring Merchen') - Interesting facts

Felicia are native to South Africa and the Arabian Penninsula.

Daisy (Felicia heterophylla 'Spring Merchen') - Soil and irrigation

Needs regular water except for the Shrub Aster (F. fruticosa). Water sparingly in Winter. Grow in poor to mildly fertile, well drained soil.