Daisy - (Bellis perennis)

Succeeds in most well-drained soils in sun or semi-shade. The daisy is commonly found growing in many lawns, some varieties have been developed for the flower garden. It is a good plant for the spring meadow. The plants have a very long flowering season, they will even produce a few flowers in the middle of mild winters.

Leaves - raw or cooked. The flavor is somewhat acrid. A pleasant sour flavor according to another report whilst a third says that they are mild and agreeable and are used in salads. The daisy is occasionally used as a potherb. Flower buds and petals - raw. Eaten in sandwiches, soups and salads.

Seed - sow as soon as the seed is ripe in June. When they are large enough to handle, prick the seedlings out into individual pots and plant them out in late summer. Division after flowering. Very easy, it can be done at almost any time of the year, though spring and early summer are best. The divisions can be planted straight out into their permanent positions.

A common plant of meadows, lawns and other grassy areas, it is very frequently found growing in lawns.


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