Oxeye daisy
| Oxeye daisy | |
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| Scientific Classification | |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| (Unranked): | Angiosperms |
| (Unranked): | Eudicots |
| (Unranked): | Asterids |
| Order: | Asterales |
| Family: | Asteraceae |
| Genus: | Chrysanthemum |
| Species: | Chrysanthemum leucanthemum |
| Synonyms | |
| Dog daisy Marguerite |
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| Plant Data | |
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| Mature height: | 75cm (30in) |
| Growing plant spacing: | 15-30cm (6-12in) |
| References: | [1] |
Oxeye daisy is a widespread flowering plant native to Europe and the temperate regions of Asia. It is one of a number of plants to be called by the common name daisy.
The petals of the oxeye daisy are edible and suitable to be tossed in salad[1] and the un-opened buds can be marinated and used in a similar way to caper.[2]
Growing[edit | edit source]
Location[edit | edit source]
Grows well in a sunny, open position. Does not grow well as an indoor plant.[1]
Soil[edit | edit source]
Garland chrysanthemums grow best in alkaline soils that are well drained.[1]
Planting[edit | edit source]
Sow in late spring or summer. To plant from existing root-stock; divide roots in spring.[1]
Transplanting[edit | edit source]
Thin or transplant seedlings to 15-30cm (6-12in) apart when large enough to handle.[1]
Harvesting[edit | edit source]
Gather leaves when young. harvest flowers once open.[1]
Troubles[edit | edit source]
- Full troubles list: Chrysanthemum troubles
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Septoria leaf spot of Chrysanthemum (Septoria chrysanthemi)
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References[edit | edit source]
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