Paris daisy (Argyranthemum frutescens)
Care, watering, light and tips for Paris daisy on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Asteraceae
- Difficulty: Easy to care for
- Watering: every 3 days
- Light: Full sun
- Temperature: 0–35 °C
- Toxicity: Toxic to pets
About Paris daisy
Argyranthemum frutescens, commonly known as 'Canary Daisy' or 'Marguerite Daisy', is a perennial subshrub belonging to the Asteraceae family, native to the Canary Islands. It is characterized by its abundant daisy-like flowers, which can be white, pink, or yellow, and its finely divided, grayish-green foliage. It is ideal for Mediterranean gardens, pots, and borders, adding a cheerful and colorful touch for much of the year.
Native range
Canary Islands, Spain
Care tips
It requires full sun exposure for optimal flowering, though it tolerates partial shade in very hot climates. Watering should be moderate, allowing the substrate to dry slightly between waterings to avoid waterlogging, to which it is sensitive. It prefers well-drained and fertile soils; a universal potting mix with sand is suitable. A common mistake is not deadheading spent flowers, which reduces blooming and plant vigor.
How to save a dying Paris daisy
- Warning signs
- Yellowing or wilting leaves, unopened or prematurely dropped flowers. General decline. Act fast!
- First aid
- Check watering (avoid waterlogging or drying out), prune damaged flowers and leaves, look for pests (aphids, spider mites). Move to partial shade if very hot.
- What kills it
- Overwatering leading to root rot or under-watering causing dehydration, especially in summer. Too little light or poor ventilation.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes! It's quite resilient. With proper care and cause correction, it will recover and bloom again.