Painted Mix Daisy

Painted Mix Daisy brings a burst of color to the garden! This vibrant open-pollinated mix features brilliantly colored bulls-eyed 3-inch blooms with contrasting rings in hues of pink, red, yellow, white, orange, and purple. Unique combinations of colored rings can form on individual flowers at heights of 1-2 feet-tall for a stunning rainbow meadow of blooms. Sow these unique paper-like seeds in Spring and watch these annuals bloom from early to mid-summer and attract butterflies and bees. The Painted Mix Daisy is sometimes called the "Monarch Daisy" because its bright, contrasting colors are reminiscent of the patterns found on monarch butterfly wings and for its attractiveness to butterflies. Painted Mix Daisies are also often used in companion planting as they are attractive to beneficial insects, such as ladybugs and lacewings, which help control garden pests. Try Painted Mix Daisies in elaborate bouquets and cut flower arrangements for added excitement and a cheery display!

Also Known As: Tricolor Daisy, Tricolour Chrysanthemum, Painted Daisy, Annual Chrysanthemum, Tri-color Chrysanthemum, Painted Lady, Garland Daisy, Summer Daisy, Cockade Daisy, Carinatum Daisy, Rainbow Daisy, Glebionis Carinata.

Plant Name:	Daisy, Painted Mix
Latin Name:	Ismelia carinata, Chrysanthemum carinatum
Days to Germinate:	14-21
Days to Bloom:	60-80
Plant Height:	18 - 24 Inches
Spread:	12 - 18 Inches
Bloom Diameter:	3 Inches
Growth Habit:	Bush
USDA Zones:	1-11
Lifespan:	Annual
Brand:	TomorrowSeeds
Sunlight:	Full Sun, Partial Shade
Pollination:	Heirloom, Open-Pollinated
GMO:	No
Fungicide-Treated Seeds*:	No
Seeds Packed For**:	2025

*Fungicide-treated seeds protect the seedlings from diseases until they are up and growing. Do not eat treated seeds.
**Seeds are freshly packed for the growing season of the year listed. Seeds are still viable beyond pack date. Store in a cool and dry location such as the refrigerator or basement to best preserve germination rates.

Planting Instructions:

Soil Preparation:

Choose an area with heavy, well-draining soil that receives at least 6 hours of sunlight each day. Remove weeds, large rocks, and litter from the planting area. Leave small weeds and dead grass, they will enrich the soil when turned under. Spade or till the soil 6-8 inches deep. Loosening the soil will help the plant establish strong roots. If the soil is heavy or clay-like, mix in some sand or compost to improve drainage. Optionally, form rows of soil beds 4-6 inches high and at least 18 inches apart. This formation of ridges will help with drainage, ensure good airflow, and make harvesting for cut flowers easier. Lay down 1/2"-3/4" peat moss, sawdust, or potting soil, the soil surface. This layer is beneficial for flower seeds because it can the improve the germination environment and prevent soil crusting.

Planting:

Starting Indoors: For earlier blooms, you may optionally start planting indoors in containers 6-8 weeks before the last expected frost date in Spring, keeping seedlings at least 65F. Harden off then transplant seedlings outdoors in a sunny location when temperatures are consistently above 60F. To transplant seedlings, prepare a transplant hole outdoors in a sunny location. Remove the plants carefully from the pots or flats and set them in the transplant holes, burying some of the stem in the ground. Pack the soil loosely around the plant and leave a slightly sunken area around each plant to hold water. Water the plants after transplanting.

Directly Sowing: If directly sowing outdoors, plant after all danger of frost has passed in spring and soil temperatures reach at least 60F. Fall planting is not recommended unless planting outdoors in environments with mild, frost-free winters for a head start in the following spring, or planting indoors with supplemental grow lights.

To plant, make holes 1/4 inch deep and spaced 8-12 inches apart down the rows of raised beds. Plant 2-3 seeds per hole, then cover thinly with soil. In small plots, flower seeds may be scattered and gently watered in. Once seedlings emerge, plants can separated and spaced 8-12 inches apart to allow room for mature plants to spread and prevent overcrowding. Water after planting.

Planting Depth:	1/4 inch
Within-Row Spacing:	8-12 inches
Between-Row Spacing:	18-24 inches

Care During the Season:

Painted Mix Daisy thrives with minimal attention and moderate watering. Allow the soil to dry slightly between waterings, but don't let it dry out completely. Painted Mix Daisy is fairly drought-tolerant once established, but regular watering during dry spells will encourage better flowering. Deadhead spent flowers regularly to prolong blooming and maintain a tidy appearance. If you're looking to promote bushier growth, pinch back the tips of the stems early in the season. Fertilizing with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in the spring can support healthy growth, but avoid heavy feeding, as it may lead to excessive foliage at the expense of flowers. Painted Mix Daisy is best suited for USDA zones 7-10, and while it may tolerate light frosts, it is typically grown as an annual in colder climates.