Bellissima Rose English Daisy
Bellissima Rose English Daisy (Bellis perennis 'Bellissima Rose')
Bellissima Rose English Daisy brings a cheerful, polished burst of spring color in a compact plant that fits anywhere from porch pots to the front of the border. The fully double blooms look like tidy pom-poms, giving you a fuller display than single daisies. Its low, mounded habit stays neat, making it easy to use in repetition for a clean, finished look. It performs best in cool weather, so it is a smart way to extend early-season interest when the garden is just waking up.
Distinctive Features
This English daisy forms a tight rosette of glossy green leaves and sends up short stems topped with dense, double flowers in rich rose to deep pink tones with a bright yellow center. Bloom is strongest in early spring through late spring, and it can continue longer where temperatures stay mild. The compact habit keeps flowers close to the foliage for a tidy, intentional look in beds and containers. Because it is a cool-season performer, it appreciates consistent moisture and relief from intense heat.
Growing Conditions
- Sun: Full sun to part shade, with afternoon shade helpful in warmer climates.
- Soil: Moist, well-drained soil with organic matter, avoiding heavy, waterlogged conditions.
- Water: Keep evenly moist, watering when the surface begins to dry, especially in containers.
- Zones: USDA Zones 4 to 8.
- Temperature: Best in cool conditions, with performance declining in prolonged heat or drought.
Ideal Uses
- Focal Point: Plant a tight cluster in a decorative pot near an entry to create a spring focal point with bright, double blooms.
- Edging: Line the front of borders for a low, tidy band of color that looks crisp from a distance.
- Containers: Use in patio pots and window boxes for close-up detail and easy moisture control.
- Spring Bedding: Mass in small drifts with bulbs and cool-season companions for a layered early-season display.
Low Maintenance Care
- Deadheading: Remove spent flowers to keep the plant tidy and encourage continued blooming in cool weather.
- Watering: Maintain consistent moisture and avoid letting the soil dry out completely during active growth.
- Feeding: Apply a light, balanced feeding during the growing season, especially for container plantings.
- Heat Protection: Provide afternoon shade and steady moisture as temperatures rise to reduce stress.
Why Choose Bellissima Rose English Daisy?
- Spring Impact: Fully double blooms deliver a fuller look and strong color early in the season.
- Compact Size: Stays about 6 to 10 inches tall and 6 to 8 inches wide for easy placement in tight spaces.
- Container Friendly: Performs beautifully in pots, where you can keep conditions cool and evenly moist.
- Clean Design: Mounded habit and short stems create a tidy, intentional look in borders and mass plantings.
Bellissima Rose English Daisy is a simple way to make spring feel more finished, adding dense color and a refined texture right at the front of the garden. Pair it with bulbs, violas, and other cool-season favorites for a layered display that reads fresh and inviting. Keep it cool, evenly moist, and well-drained, and it will reward you with a strong run of bloom. If you want spring color that looks polished without taking up space, this is a great fit.
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