Water
Water Brachyscome multifida regularly, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogging, which can lead to root rot.
Reduce watering in cooler months when the plant's growth slows down.
Also known as Blue Daisy · Cut-Leaf Daisy · Cut-Leaved Daisy
Brachycome Multifida, a low-growing perennial, offers a profusion of daisy-like flowers from spring to autumn, perfect for borders and containers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for best flowering.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings. Ensure good drainage.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers average room temperatures, but can tolerate cooler conditions. Protect from frost.
Outdoor
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water Brachyscome multifida regularly, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogging, which can lead to root rot.
Reduce watering in cooler months when the plant's growth slows down.
Prune Brachyscome multifida back by about one-third after flowering to encourage a bushier habit and more blooms.
Deadhead spent flowers regularly to prevent seed formation and promote continuous flowering throughout the season. Light trimming can be done anytime.
Propagate Brachyscome multifida from seed sown in spring or by taking softwood cuttings in late spring or early summer. Seeds germinate readily in moist, well-drained soil under warm conditions.
Cuttings should be rooted in a moist medium.
Repot Brachyscome multifida annually or biennially in spring before new growth begins. Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one.
Use a well-draining potting mix, such as a loam-based compost with added grit or perlite.
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Photos of Brachycome Multifida (Brachyscome multifida)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Brachyscome |
| Species | Brachyscome multifida |
Similar in genus Brachyscome
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