8 Types of Daisies and How to Care For Them

Did you know that there's a wide variety of types of daisies? If you want to have them in your garden, you should know which ones are the most popular and how to take care of them. Read the following article to find out!

If you’re thinking of planting daisies on your balcony or in your garden, you can’t miss this article. We’ll tell you what the different types of daisies are and how you should take care of each one of them so that your flowers have a long and healthy life.

Types of daisies and their care

The daisy is one of the most popular and famous flowers in the world. In many series and movies, we’ve seen characters plucking at petals, repeating the classic “he loves me, he loves me not”. So, we’re all quite familiar with this flower… but did you know that there are different species?

In fact, there are over 140 different species of daisies. The most well-known daily has a yellow center surrounded by many elongated white petals. However, you can also find it in different colors such as yellow, pink, and orange, among others.

1. Shasta daisy

These flowers are usually large in size and have delicate petals. Their origin is the Pyrenees, which makes them very resistant to cold climates and frost. However, they need full sun to bloom, which occurs between June and September.

Necessary care

• They like fertile soil with good drainage.
• Keep the soil moist but not waterlogged to allow the flower to develop properly. Shasta daisy roots can’t withstand standing water.
• It’s best to cut flowers from time to time to encourage greater blooms.
• In September, when the flowering stage is over, it’s a good idea to cut the foliage back severely.

2. Echinacea purpurea

Although similar to the Shasta daisy, they stand out for their intense reddish center and purple petals. This flower is easily found in North America and some parts of South America and Africa, where you can find it growing to reach 3 feet or even up to 6.5 feet!

At the same time, it’s worth noting that echinacea is not only famous for its attractive appearance, but also its medicinal uses. In fact, many use it as an aid to increase defenses and treat respiratory infections.

Necessary care

• It requires well-drained soil, as excess water causes damage to this plant.
• It’s also important to remove slugs and snails from its surroundings, due to the serious damage they can cause to the plant.

3. Transvaal daisy

Among the many types of daisies that exist, we can’t forget to mention the variety commonly known as the “Gerber” daisy. Did you know that this is actually a daisy species? If you look at it carefully, you’ll appreciate its resemblance.

Gerber daisies are often used in wedding bouquets and for all kinds of flower arrangements. When you look at them, it’s easy to see why: They’re simply beautiful. However, they’re fragile flowers that require dedication and work.
Necessary care

• It’s important to apply nutrient mulch when planting. Also, you should transplant it during the spring to a bigger pot, at least once every two years, so that the plant continues with its development.
• Like the types of daisies we mentioned above, Gerbers can’t stand excess water. However, they do require moist and well-drained soil.

4. Paris daisy

The Paris daisy (Argyranthemum frutescens) is also known as the marguerite or marguerite daisy. It’s native to the Canary Island, where it grows wild. Although, of course, they’re also cultivated due to their great beauty.

Its flowers stand out for their beautiful colors that include white, yellow, and pink, as well as for their lines of single or double petals. In any case, each kind of Paris daisies requires specific care to avoid withering.

Beyond its ornamental use, it’s possible to find remedies in herbalist shops containing this plant as a stomach tonics and even as a possible remedy against asthma.

Necessary care

• It needs direct sun to grow and flourish.
• If using pots, it’s better to opt for large sizes (more than 16 inches).
• Although it resists well the cold (and even frosts), it develops better with temperatures higher than 68 °F.
• Watering should be moderate, without puddling, and the soil should be well-drained.

5. Coneflowers

Among the types of daisies, the coneflower, or black-eyed Susan, is one of the most striking and certainly one of the most difficult to classify with the naked eye as a daisy.

It is distinguished from the classic daisy by its burgundy center with a small yellow or orange splash at the ends and its wide petals that narrow at the tips. It blooms between June and October.

Necessary care

• Black-eyed Susans tolerate semi-shaded places, but regular sun exposure is best.
• Like the ones already mentioned, these flowers require soils with good drainage. In this case, abundant watering is recommended in summer, but you should avoid leaving standing water.

6. Dahlberg daisy

The Dahlberg daisy (Thymophylla Tenuiloba) is the yellow daisy that we know so well, a beautiful flower that’s easy to care for. In fact, it must be one of the best species to start with when it comes to the world of daisy gardening.

Necessary care

• The best location for this plant is in full sunshine.
• Watering should be sufficient to keep the soil moist, without excess.
• If necessary, it’s possible to use natural fertilizer, always in small doses.

7. Chrysanthemum furtescens

This is a plant that requires more care than many of the above mentioned since it grows in a slightly more uncontrolled way. Therefore, it needs regular pruning.
Necessary care

It’s advisable to plant it in full sun.

• Watering should be abundant, without overwatering.
• It needs periodic fertilization (although not in summer) to develop healthily.
• To prevent the plant from withering, you should carry out regular pruning.

8. Common daisy

This kind of daisy (Bellis perennis) is delicate and its care differs a little from that of its sisters. It’s the variety that we usually find in meadows, in a natural and wild way.

Necessary care

• These flowers prefer semi-shade.
• Watering should be abundant, especially in the hot months. In the fall and winter, watering should be spaced out.
• It’s important to protect the plant from the wind, as it can seriously damage it.

These are just some of the types of daisies you can find in the market to decorate your home. So, why not plant daisies and enjoy these beautiful flowers? Remember to take into account our tips to achieve long and abundant blooms!