English Daisy
Bellis perennis · Herbaceous Perennial (often grown as a biennial)
Plant Family
Asteraceae
Flower Category
Garden Flower / Ornamental / Edible Flower
Variety / Cultivar
Pomponette (or similar wild-type variant)
Hardiness Zones
USDA Zones 4-8; prefers cool summers and is sensitive to extreme heat.
About This Flower
A low-growing herbaceous plant with a rosette of spoon-shaped evergreen leaves. The flower is a composite head featuring a central disc of tiny yellow tubular florets surrounded by numerous white to pink-tipped ray florets.
Petal Characteristics
Numerous ray florets (petals) that are slender, linear, and white with subtle pale blue or pink undertones. The petals are arranged in multiple overlapping layers around a dense yellow-orange central disc.
Fragrance Profile
Faint, slightly earthy or grassy scent; generally considered fragrance-free for ornamental purposes.
Growing Information
Origin Region
Native to Western, Central, and Northern Europe; naturalized in North America and temperate regions worldwide.
Blooming Season
Primarily spring to early summer; may rebloom in cooler autumn weather. Individual blooms last 1-2 weeks.
Sunlight & Water Needs
Full sun to partial shade; requires consistent moisture and well-draining soil; low drought tolerance.
Mature Size
Height: 3-8 inches; Spread: 6-9 inches; Bloom size: 1-2 inches in diameter.
Special Characteristics
Traditional symbol of innocence; petals and leaves are edible (used in salads); often considered a 'lawn weed' in certain regions due to its ability to withstand mowing.
Pollinator & Ecology
Attracts honey bees, hoverflies, and small solitary bees. Provides early season nectar and pollen.