Canary Island daisy (Argyranthemum gracile)
Care, watering, light and tips for Canary Island daisy on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Asteraceae
- Difficulty: Moderate care
- Watering: every 3 days
- Light: Full sun
- Temperature: 0–35 °C
- Toxicity: Toxic to pets
About Canary Island daisy
Argyranthemum gracile, commonly known as finmargerit, is a delicate-looking daisy with abundant flowering, perfect for adding a touch of color and airiness to gardens and balconies. Its small flowers, often white or pink, appear in profusion over fine, well-branched foliage. It is ideal for hanging baskets, path borders, or as part of floral arrangements in sunny beds.
Native range
Canary Islands
Care tips
It requires full sun for optimal flowering, although it tolerates light partial shade in very hot climates. Watering should be regular, keeping the substrate moist but not waterlogged, especially during flowering periods. Use a well-drained substrate rich in organic matter. A common mistake is the lack of deadheading, which can reduce the production of new blooms.
How to save a dying Canary Island daisy
- Warning signs
- Yellowing or browning leaves, general wilting, poor flowering or drooping blooms.
- First aid
- Check watering (dry soil is key), move to full sun, and ensure good drainage.
- What kills it
- Overwatering and lack of direct sun; it doesn't tolerate soggy soil or deep shade.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, if you act quickly to correct watering and sun exposure before roots rot.