Bellis red

Bellis Red (Bellis perennis) – Plant Care Guide

Bellis Red, also known as the red English daisy, is a compact, low-growing perennial prized for its rich red, pom-pom style flowers and tidy habit. It is a favourite for spring bedding, containers, and seasonal colour displays, bringing strong colour and structure to gardens and patios.

Light Requirements

• Grows best in full sun to partial shade

• A bright position encourages strong growth and vibrant flower colour

• Tolerates light shade, particularly in warmer locations

• Too much shade may reduce flowering and cause stretched growth

• Morning sun with some afternoon shade is ideal in mild climates

Watering

• Prefers evenly moist soil at all times

• Water regularly, especially during dry spells or when grown in containers

• Avoid allowing the soil to dry out completely

• Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogging and root problems

• Reduce watering during cooler or wetter periods

Soil and Planting

• Thrives in fertile, well-drained soil

• Suitable for garden beds, borders, pots, and window boxes

• Improve heavy soil with organic matter before planting

• Use a high-quality multipurpose compost for container planting

• Ensure pots have drainage holes to prevent excess moisture buildup

Feeding

• Light feeding supports continuous flowering

• Apply a balanced liquid fertiliser every two to three weeks for container plants

• Garden-planted Bellis usually need little additional feeding

• Avoid high-nitrogen feeds, which promote leaves rather than flowers

• Stop feeding once flowering naturally slows

Temperature and Hardiness

• Hardy in mild conditions and tolerant of light frost

• Performs best in cool to moderate temperatures

• Extended heat may shorten the flowering period

• Often grown as a seasonal plant, though it can return in suitable climates

• Protect container plants from severe frost by moving them to a sheltered area

Maintenance and Care

• Remove faded flowers regularly to encourage new blooms

• Deadheading helps maintain a neat, compact shape

• Trim away yellowing or damaged leaves as needed

• Growth and flowering may slow during warmer summer months

• Plants often recover and improve again in cooler conditions

Pests and Problems

• Generally low maintenance and easy to grow

• Aphids may appear on soft new growth

• Slugs and snails can damage leaves in damp conditions

• Maintain good air circulation to reduce disease risk

• Avoid watering foliage directly to prevent fungal issues

Uses in the Garden

• Excellent for spring bedding and colourful seasonal displays

• Ideal for edging paths, borders, and raised beds

• Works well in containers and mixed planters

• Combines attractively with pansies, violas, and spring bulbs

• Compact size makes it suitable for small gardens and patios

Bellis Red is a reliable, cheerful plant that provides bold colour and structure with minimal effort, making it a popular choice for spring planting and decorative displays

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