Description
Bellis perennis, commonly known as the English daisy or lawn daisy, is a charming herbaceous perennial native to Europe and western Asia. This low-growing plant forms a dense, flattened rosette of small, spatula-shaped, dark green leaves. From this base, it produces solitary, composite flower heads with a bright yellow center and white, sometimes pink- or red-tipped, ray florets. These classic daisy-like flowers bloom from spring through summer and are well-known for their habit of closing at night and opening again with the morning sun.
The seeds of the English daisy are very small and are produced within the central yellow disc of the flower head after pollination. They are typically surface-sown for propagation, as they require light to germinate. The plant is a prolific self-seeder and can spread rapidly, which is why it is often considered a weed in lawns, though it is also a popular choice for rock gardens, containers, and wildflower meadows.