7 Species Of Daisies For Your Flower Garden

The common name “daisy” is applied to a large handful of species within the huge Asteraceae family of plants, a group known for blooms that are flat and disc-shaped, with petals that form rays projecting outward from a central hub. The family also includes chrysanthemums, zinnias, asters, and sunflowers as well as many common weeds, such as dandelions. However, the daisy species that are best for your flower garden depends on several factors. A daisy that’s perfect for one growing zone might be a total pest in another. Here are seven gorgeous species of daisies to consider for your garden.

Native Area: Northern Africa, western Asia, EuropeUSDA Growing Zones: 4–8Height: 3–6 inchesSun Exposure: Full, dappled shade

Native Area: South AfricaUSDA Growing Zones: 8–10b (grown as an annual elsewhere)Height: 12–18 inchesSun Exposure: Full

Native Area: Canary IslandsUSDA Growing Zones: 10–11 (grown as an annual elsewhere)Height: 2–3 feetSun Exposure: Full

Native Area: EuropeUSDA Growing Zones: 3–8Height: 1–3 feetSun Exposure: Full

Native Area: Eastern Europe, Iran, and central AsiaUSDA Growing Zones: 3–7Height: 2–3 feetSun Exposure: Full, Partial

Native Area: Nursery hybrid; parent species are native to Europe, JapanUSDA Growing Zones: 4–9Height: 1–4 feetSun Exposure: Full

Native Area: AustraliaUSDA Growing Zones: 2–8 (annual), 9-11 (perennial)Height: 1 to 1.5 feetSun Exposure: Full