Garland Crown Daisy

Garland Crown Daisy or Garland Daisy features sunny daisy-like yellow flowers usually, though some grow white petals or yellow-and-white with a yellow inner ring. Its dainty blooms last through mid-summer to fall. Garland Crown Daisy is native to the Mediterranean region but is widely cultivated in Asia for its edible leaves and ornamental flowers. Its bright green, deeply lobed leaves and young stems are edible and a staple in many Asian cuisines, often added to soups, stews, salads and stir-fries. The leaves impart a unique, slightly bitter flavor that enhances a variety of dishes. Garland Crown Daisy is not only a delightful addition to your garden but also a nutritious ingredient in your kitchen.

Also Known As: Garland Mix Daisy, Garland Chrysanthemum, Crown Daisy, Chrysanthemum Coronarium, Chrysanthemum Greens, Chop Suey Greens, Ssukgat, Edible Chrysanthemum, Japanese Greens, Shungiku, Tong Ho, Crown Marigold.

Plant Name:	Daisy, Garland
Latin Name:	Glebionis coronaria, Chrysanthemum coronarium
Days to Germinate:	7-14
Days to Bloom:	80
Plant Height:	12 - 18 Inches
Spread:	12 - 18 Inches
Bloom Diameter:	1 - 2 Inches
Growth Habit:	Upright
USDA Zones:	5-10
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 2 feet 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:

Plant Garland Crown Daisy in the cool temperatures of Spring and Fall.

Starting Indoors: For earlier blooms, 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, sow in the spring after all danger of frost has passed as soon as the soil can be worked. For fall crops, direct sow seeds or transplant seedlings outdoors at least 6 weeks before the first frost.

To plant, make holes 1/4 inch deep and spaced 4 inches apart down the rows of raised beds. Plant 5 seeds per hole. If choosing to thin plants after germination, plant seeds 1 inch apart then thin to 6 inches apart after emergence to give plants more spacing for larger growth. Cover seeds thinly with soil and water after planting. In small plots, flower seeds may be scattered and gently watered in. Once seedlings emerge, plants can separated and spaced 12-18 inches apart to allow room for mature plants to spread and prevent overcrowding. Water after planting.

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

Care During the Season:

Flowers usually appear in late spring or early summer if the plant is not harvested regularly or if it bolts due to warmer weather. If you’re growing crown daisy for its flowers, let it mature and ensure it has plenty of sunlight and consistent watering. For greens, begin harvesting leaves when the plant is 4-6 inches tall. Snip the outer leaves to encourage regrowth and prevent bolting.