Bellis perennis Tasso Rouge - Common Daisy

Bellis perennis 'Tasso Rouge' will enliven the garden from the beginning of spring. It bears an abundance of small double pompom-like flowers in a deep red colour. They are early and vigorous. They are not afraid of the cold and thrive as much in hanging baskets as at the foot of flower beds.

Belonging to the Asteraceae family, daisies represent innocence and attachment in the language of flowers. This is undoubtedly what attracts children and makes us want to sprinkle them throughout the garden to welcome spring.

Originally a perennial, it is now used as a biennial. It prefers moist but well-drained soils. Its height of 15cm (6in) makes it ideal for placing along the edge of flower beds, in front of daffodils and tulips. It will also work well among pansies and forget-me-nots in pots and planters. Its base consists of a rosette of dark green leaves, from which several hairy stems emerge, bearing a single head at their top. These pompom-shaped flowers are both simple and impressive: they are small, slightly flattened balls (3cm (1in) in diameter), made up of multiple very fine petals, positioned very densely with geometric regularity. If you do not use any treatments, you can even consume them by adding these small coloured filaments to your dishes, as they are edible.

Bellis perennis live up to their name, which means "eternal beauties". Their colourful pompoms will brighten the garden from February to May. Plant them in pots near entrances and on patios. They easily fit in between spring bulbs, offering a contrast to pastel shades. They will fit effortlessly in every corner of the garden and complement spaces in compositions.

Note: Please be aware that our plug plants are professional products reserved for experienced gardeners: upon receipt, repot them as soon as possible, in pots, containers, or directly in flower beds.