Scientific Name

Bellis perennis

Common Name

Daisy Other: Bainwort, Banwood, Billy button, Catpussy, Golland, Innocent, Many Cowan, Nails, Whitefrills, Dog Daisy Broad leafed perennial

Type

Broad leaved perrennial

Description

Low growing, oval leaves, white and yellow composite flowers, Feb. to Oct. Flowers close at night.

Habitat

Short grassland <300ft

Folklore

Daisy chains used in childs' play. Used for wounds.

Soil Type

All Types

Soil Fertility

Poor

Soil Moisture

Dry

Soil pH

Acidic

Sunlight

Full sun

Success

Its low growing nature help to avoid the blades of the mowers. It is so prolific it is difficult to dig up

Importance

A serious persistent weed of lawns

Cultural Control

(2.8) Keep lawn clean, use sterile compost, box up all trimmings. (1.1) in spring

Chemical Control

Lawn sand good in autumn, (2.6) (3.3.2) or (3.3.4) in Spring to Summer in warm conditions.