{"product_id":"flower-bellis-m0nstrosa-mix-english-daisy","title":"FLOWER-BELLIS M0NSTROSA MIX-ENGLISH DAISY","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Grow Bellis Monstrosa\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003col\u003e\n\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eChoose a location in full sun to partial shade and well-draining soil that is neutral to slightly acidic pH (6.0 to 7.0)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eSow seeds just below the soil surface, about 0.6 cm (0.25 inches) deep.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eSpace plants about 15-20 cm (6-8 inches) apart to allow for growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eKeep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.  Water when the top 2.5 cm (1 inch) of soil feels dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eFertilise every 2-3 weeks with a balanced fertiliser during the growing season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the soil temperature between 15-21°C (59-70°F) for optimal germination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\nOR\n\n\u003col\u003e\n\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e Start seeds indoors, 8-10 weeks before the last frost date in your area. Sow the seeds in seed trays or pots filled with seed compost and cover with a plastic wrap or propagator lid to maintain humidity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eTransplant seedlings when they have grown to about 5-7 cm tall and have at least two sets of true leaves, they can be transplanted into larger pots or into the garden.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eKeep an eye out for pests such as aphids, whiteflies and spider mites, and diseases such as powdery mildew and blight. Use organic pest control methods if possible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003ePinch off dead flowers to encourage new blooms and maintain a neat appearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSome additional growing tips for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e1. Cold Stratification\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: none;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: none;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhy:\u003c\/b\u003e English daisies, especially varieties like \u003ci\u003eMonstrosa\u003c\/i\u003e, may benefit from cold stratification. This process mimics winter conditions to break seed dormancy, encouraging better germination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHow:\u003c\/b\u003e Place the seeds in moist sand or soil in a sealed bag and refrigerate them for 4-6 weeks before planting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e2. Stressing for More Blooms\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: none;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: none;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhy:\u003c\/b\u003e Some gardeners have found that light stress, such as minimal water deprivation or slightly overcrowding the plants, can lead to increased flowering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHow:\u003c\/b\u003e Avoid overwatering and allow the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. This can encourage the plants to produce more flowers as a survival mechanism.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e3. Companion Planting with Clover\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: none;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: none;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhy:\u003c\/b\u003e Growing English daisies alongside clover can provide nitrogen to the soil, benefiting the daisies without the need for excessive fertilizer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHow:\u003c\/b\u003e Plant clover seeds or mix them into your lawn or flower bed to naturally enrich the soil around your daisies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e4. Mulching with Pine Needles\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: none;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: none;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhy:\u003c\/b\u003e Pine needles can create a slightly acidic environment, which helps English daisies thrive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHow:\u003c\/b\u003e Apply a thin layer of pine needle mulch around the plants to help retain moisture and maintain the ideal pH for growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBeaware: \u003c\/strong\u003eDon’t over mulch with pine needles as they contain a chemical that stops any other seed from growing under that pine tree. You might inadverently stop you flowers from growing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e5. Moon Gardening\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: none;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: none;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhy:\u003c\/b\u003e Some gardeners believe that planting and caring for certain plants according to lunar cycles can enhance growth. While this method is unconventional, some have reported improved results.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHow:\u003c\/b\u003e Plan your planting, watering, and fertilising around the phases of the moon, particularly during the waxing moon, which is believed to encourage growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e6. Using Mycorrhizal Fungi\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: none;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: none;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhy:\u003c\/b\u003e Mycorrhizal fungi form symbiotic relationships with plant roots, increasing nutrient absorption, particularly phosphorus, which is essential for blooming.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHow:\u003c\/b\u003e You can add mycorrhizal fungi to the soil when planting your daisies. These can be purchased in powdered or granular forms and mixed into the planting area.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e7. Micronutrient Sprays\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: none;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: none;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhy:\u003c\/b\u003e English daisies can benefit from foliar sprays that contain micronutrients like magnesium and iron. These elements enhance photosynthesis and overall plant health.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHow:\u003c\/b\u003e Use a micronutrient spray designed for flowers, misting the leaves lightly every few weeks during the growing season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e8. Deadheading with Tweezers\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: none;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: none;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhy:\u003c\/b\u003e For varieties like \u003ci\u003eMonstrosa\u003c\/i\u003e, which have distinctive flower shapes, using fine tools like tweezers for deadheading can prevent damage to the surrounding growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHow:\u003c\/b\u003e Carefully remove spent flowers with tweezers to promote new blooms and maintain the plant’s shape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e9. Shade During Peak Heat\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: none;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: none;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhy:\u003c\/b\u003e Though daisies can tolerate full sun, intense heat can stress the plants. Providing temporary shade during peak afternoon hours in hot climates can reduce stress and promote continuous flowering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHow:\u003c\/b\u003e Use shade cloths or place your plants near taller companions that provide dappled shade during the hottest parts of the day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHeritage of Bellis Monstrosa\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\nOften referred to as the English daisy or mutant daisy, traces its roots back to the European continent, particularly in the meadows of Western Europe, where the standard \u003ci\u003eBellis perennis\u003c\/i\u003e species thrived.  The name “monstrosa” hints at its unique appearance, featuring larger, almost mutant-like blooms compared to the traditional daisy, which made it a favoured choice for early plant breeders. English daisies were cherished in Victorian-era gardens, symbolising innocence and simplicity, and have been cultivated in cottage gardens and ornamental flower beds ever since. The mutated or unusual form of \u003ci\u003eMonstrosa\u003c\/i\u003e gave it a particular appeal to those interested in rare and distinctive garden plants. Over time, the plant has been naturalised in many regions around the world, evolving from a wildflower into a beloved ornamental species in diverse garden settings.","brand":"Direct Compost Solutions","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55020578996596,"sku":"FLBMM","price":3.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1006\/7171\/7748\/files\/FLOWER_BELLIS_MONSTROSA_MIX.jpg?v=1785570529","url":"https:\/\/directcompostsolutions.com\/products\/flower-bellis-m0nstrosa-mix-english-daisy","provider":"DIRECT COMPOST SOLUTIONS","version":"1.0","type":"link"}