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Garland Daisy

Glebionis coronaria

Also listed as Chrysanthemum coronarium, Glebionis roxburghii

Also known as Crown Daisy, Garland Chrysanthemum, Annual Chrysanthemum

herbaceous☀️ full sun💧 low water❄ Hardy: Zone 9a – Zone 11b

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Garland daisy is a cheerful annual or short-lived perennial with bright yellow daisy-like flowers and finely textured foliage. It thrives in sunny, dry locations and requires minimal water once established.

Why grow it

Garland daisy offers reliable yellow flowers and fine foliage texture in arid and semi-arid gardens where many ornamentals struggle. Compared to other drought-tolerant annuals, it establishes quickly and requires less supplemental water once rooted, making it practical for low-input landscapes. It performs well in poor or sandy soils where fertility-demanding plants would need amendment.

Watch out for

Flowering can diminish in mid to late summer if plants experience heat stress or prolonged drought; deadheading or light pruning in hot climates may extend the bloom period. In cool, humid regions, it is prone to fungal issues and root rot, so ensure good air circulation and avoid overhead watering.

Overview

Form
Mounding
Growth Rate
moderate
Size
1.5–2.5′ tall × 1.5–2.5′ wide
Dormancy
deciduous
Family
Asteraceae
EdiblePollinators & beneficial insects

Native Range

Mediterranean

Seasonality

Bloom Season

J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Harvest Season

J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Edible Parts

leafflower

Season of Interest

SpringSummer

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