100+ Swan River Mix Daisy Flower Seeds-Brachyscome Iberidifolia-Colorful Annual-B478
Description:
This Globe-shaped plants produce numerous daisy-like flowers in a mix of colors including: blue, pink, and white. The flowers form on top of attractive fern-like foliage creating a cloud of soft color. Brachycome plants look especially lovely spilling over the sides of containers or over the ledge of a rock wall. In the flower border, Brachycome Swan River Daisy is a good choice for filling in around tall, leggy plants and carpeting bare spots. Brachyscome iberidifolia, the Swan River daisy is an annual herb found in Western Australia. Occupying a wide range, the species spreads out as fields. The Bellis daisy form and colours were familiar to Europeans when discovered and they have since become a popular garden plant. Poor or sandy soils do not inhibit a showy display, the species is hardy and adaptable.
Growing:
Sow the Swan River Daisy flower seeds to produce this lovely, versatile plant for the garden, Brachycome Iberidifolia is a fast growing flower that will add dimension to your early spring garden.
In early spring 6 - 8 weeks before the end of frost season, sow Brachycome flower seeds on the surface of lightly firmed, moist seed compost in pots or trays. Keep flower seed moist until germination. Transplant seedlings after danger of frost has passed. Swan River Daisy seeds can also be started directly outdoors once danger of frost has passed. Trimming the Brachycome plant after a full flush of blooms helps ensure continuous blooming.
Season: Annual
Hardiness Zones: 4 - 8
Height: 8 - 10 inches
Bloom Season: Summer and fall
Bloom Color: Mix
Environment: Full sun to partial shade
Soil Type: Moist, well-drained 6.6 to 7.5
Temperature: 70 F(21 C)
Average Germ Time: 10 - 21 days
Light Required: Yes
Depth: Do not cover
Sowing Rate: 3 - 4 seeds per plant
Moisture: Keep moist until germination
Plant Spacing: 9 - 12 inches