Why You’ll Love Growing English Daisies 🌞
Our English Daisy Grow Kit makes it simple to grow these classic double-petaled blooms inside or outside. English Daisies (Bellis perennis) are beloved for their compact, tidy growth and vibrant colors — perfect for window boxes, borders, or brightening your desk. Their cheerful blossoms are a timeless favorite for beginner gardeners.
Part 1: How to Start Your English Daisy Seeds 🌱
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🪴 Place one coco coir disk in a bowl or container.
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💧 Add room-temperature water until the disk is covered. Wait 30–45 minutes to expand.
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🌿 Fill your terracotta pot with the moist coco coir.
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🌸 Sprinkle the English Daisy seeds evenly on the surface, spacing about 1 cm apart.
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🤲 Lightly press the seeds into the soil.
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🌥 Place the pot in a cool, bright location (English Daisies germinate best in cooler temps).
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⏳ Seeds sprout in about 10–14 days—watch for tiny green shoots!
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💦 Water gently to keep the soil moist but not soggy.
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🫧 (Optional) Cover with clear plastic or a damp paper towel to help retain moisture during germination.
Part 2: Caring for Your English Daisy Seedlings 🌿
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🌱 Once seedlings develop two true leaves, thin to one or two of the strongest plants per pot.
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💦 Water when the top feels dry, keeping the soil evenly moist.
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☀️ Place in bright indirect light; English Daisies prefer cooler conditions and partial sun.
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🌸 Pinch back faded flowers to keep plants blooming longer.
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🪴 Enjoy clusters of cheerful blooms throughout spring and early summer.