Bellis perennis Tasso - Daisy

This mix of Tasso Mixed Daisies, also known as Bellis perennis, is a spring essential. Indeed, its early pompom flowers in pastel and candy colours: white, pink, and red brighten up flowerbeds, balconies, and bulbs. Its hardiness allows everyone to enjoy its floribundity.

Bellis perennis means "eternal beauty" and symbolises the Virgin Mary. In the language of flowers, they represent innocence and attachment. Their childish and playful nature indeed heralds the long-awaited spring. It is originally a biennial perennial that prefers cool, well-drained soil. Its size (15 cm (6in)) allows it to fit in the front of flowerbeds, in front of daffodils and tulips, but you can also find a place for it among muscaris and forget-me-nots in pots and containers. Its pompom flowers are simple yet complex: they are slightly flattened balls (3 cm (1in) in diameter) made of multiple very fine petals, positioned very densely with impressive geometric regularity. On some, their tiny yellow heart is barely visible. Their colours are both tender and rich: they range from pure white to deep red, passing through various shades of pink. You can taste them, as daisy petals are edible; sprinkle these little colourful filaments on your salads.

Several small hairy stems from a rosette of dark green leaves bear a single flower at their tip. They are charming when grouped and on their own alongside other smaller flowering plants or bushy foliage. Do not hesitate to remove faded flowers to encourage them to bloom again. You can enjoy their cheerfulness from March to May, which is why they are called "Easter flowers". However, they are also liked by slugs and snails: a line of ash will protect them from these pests.

The Tasso Mixed mix should be sown in summer for transplanting in autumn. So prepare for the arrival of spring with its soft and vibrant colours.