Creeping Daisy Seeds For Planting (Chrysanthemum paludosum)

Sowing The Seed

Creeping Daisy is easily established directly outdoors, but can be started indoors for transplanting later in the Spring season. If started indoors, sow in peat pots, 6 to 8 weeks prior to the last frost. Since the seeds will require direct light to properly germinate, it is imperative that you do not cover the seeds with topsoil. When the weather is warm and all danger of frost has passed, either direct sow outdoors or transplant entire peat pots into the garden.

Growing Conditions

Creeping Daisy will thrive in an area that receives full sunlight for the majority of the day. They prefer temperatures that exceed 70F and are very adaptive to various sowing mediums. They do however prefer a soil that is well drained. To increase drainage, we recommend adding a light compost to areas containing hard, compact soil. The seeds should be lightly watered each day, with a mist setting or spray bottle, until germination has occurred. You can water less frequently once the plants are fully matured, since they are somewhat drought tolerant.

Germination & Growth

Your Creeping Daisy seeds will begin to show signs of life within as little as 7 to 10 days, but can take up to 2 weeks to germinate. The plants themselves will reach a mature height of 6 to 12 inches tall, producing pure white petaled blooms, which are accented with a golden-yellow center. The plants can be spaced 8 to 12 inches apart from one another. Creeping Daisy is often used as a groundcover and goes great in flower beds, borders, pots & containers or in a naturalized setting. They will also attract an array of beneficial insects to the garden, such as butterflies, bumblebees, honeybees, hummingbirds & ladybugs as well.