Felicia Amelloides Marguerite – Blue Kingfisher Daisy
This year Laura has introduced a new little gem to our flower collection in the form of a South African, groundcover Marguerite. As well as being a pretty blue flower, the foliage is attractive and seems sturdy. Apparently although Felicia has a somewhat fragile appearance, this durable, pest-resistant plant requires little maintenance. Once the plant is established and shows healthy new growth an occasional watering is sufficient. Water deeply to saturate the roots then let the soil dry before watering again. Deadhead regularly to prevent the plant from going to seed for as long as possible. Prune the plant lightly when it begins to look tired in midsummer. The fluffy seed heads appear as late as November and can be collected or left to self seed. The common name of this little beauty is the Blue Kingfisher Daisy. I like it.
Update 8th April 2018 – Today I have sown seeds collected last Autumn from this pretty Marguerite. I am hoping to produce a few plants to place around the pond this year.
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