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Bellis perennis 'Bellissima Red'

Family Compositae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   3a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 10 - 20 cm (4 - 8 in)
Spread 10 - 20 cm (4 - 8 in)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Bellis perennis 'Bellissima Red' (English daisy) bears showy, bright red, fragrant and repeat-blooming flowers during early spring to late winter. This herbaceous perennial is rosette in form and has faded green foliage that is matte, medium textured and semi-evergreen.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, bedding plant, border, container, cut flowers, edging and mass planting.
Special Characteristics Butterflies are attracted to Bellis perennis 'Bellissima Red' .
Cautions With its fast growth rate, Bellis perennis 'Bellissima Red' (English daisy) will reach its mature size quickly. Keep this in mind when planning the layout of your garden. Reaching maturity quickly can be a benefit if you want your garden to look more established sooner. This plant is self-sowing, and without intervention may spread broadly and randomly.