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The Painted Daisy, also known as the tricolor daisy, is a stunning heirloom wildflower introduced from Morocco over 200 years ago. Standing about 2 feet tall, these bushy plants burst into midsummer bloom, showcasing vivid, 3-inch-wide flowers in a riot of red. The striking concentric color patterns make every bloom unique, creating a mesmerizing display in gardens, meadows, and floral arrangements.
Native to North Africa’s coastal regions, this showy annual blooms through summer and fall, readily reseeding itself for a continuous floral show year after year. Originally cultivated as an herb in 15th-century China and later in 17th-century Europe, these daisies have long been cherished for their beauty and symbolism of innocence, simplicity, and modesty. Their tall stems and long-lasting blooms make them excellent cut flowers, perfect for bringing bursts of color indoors.
Michigan Seeds and Plants grown on our farm, Renegade Acres, in Howell, MI!
Certified Organic by Oregon Tilth.
Additional Info
| Botanical Name | Ismelia carinata |
|---|---|
| Life Cycle | Annual |
| Min. Time to Germinate | 10 Days |
| Max. Time to Germinate | 21 Days |
| Depth to Sow Seeds | Surface Sow; press seeds gently into the soil to make good contact, but do not cover with any additional soil; these seeds require light to germinate |
| When to Sow | Indoors 6-8 weeks before last spring frost, Outdoors after all danger of spring frost is past |
| Growing Height | 12-18 in. (30-45 cm) |
| Plant Spacing | 15-18 in. (38-45 cm) |
| Hardiness | N/A |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun |
| Danger | Handling plant may cause skin irritation or allergic reaction |
| Bloom Color | Red |
| Bloom Time | Late Summer/Early Fall, Mid-Summer |
| Foliage | Bronze-Green, Herbaceous, Silver/Gray |
| Other Details | Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater |
| Soil pH Requirements | 5.6 to 6.0 (acidic), 6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic), 6.6 to 7.5 (neutral) |
| Propagation Methods | From seed; direct sow after last frost, From seed; sow indoors before last frost |
| Seed Collecting | Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds |
| Seeds Per Pack | 50 |
