Overview
Bellis perennis 'Rominette Mixed' is a matforming herbaceous perennial in the genus Bellis, part of the Asteraceae family, with evergreen foliage. Bellis perennis 'Rominette Mixed' grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include wildflower meadow.
About
Bellis perennis 'Rominette Mixed' is a matforming herbaceous perennial in the Asteraceae family. Like other Bellis cultivars, it develops a rosette of spoon-shaped evergreen foliage and produces daisy-like flower heads. This cultivar is suitable for full sun in a sheltered, south-facing aspect and thrives in fertile, well-drained loam with neutral pH. Flowering occurs from early spring through summer, making it a good choice for wildflower meadows. It is hardy to UK zone H5 and can be propagated by seed or division after flowering.
About the genus
Bellis is a genus of flowering plants in the family Asteraceae.
Wikipedia contributors, "Bellis", CC BY-SA 4.0 — Bellis
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Bellis
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Bellis perennis 'Rominette Mixed' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Matforming
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Wildflower meadow
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Bellis perennis 'Rominette Mixed'
- Propagation
- Seed, division after flowering
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to a rust
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Bellis perennis 'Rominette Mixed'?
Bellis perennis 'Rominette Mixed' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Bellis perennis 'Rominette Mixed' need?
Bellis perennis 'Rominette Mixed' grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Bellis perennis 'Rominette Mixed' hardy in the UK?
Bellis perennis 'Rominette Mixed' has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Bellis perennis 'Rominette Mixed'?
Seed, division after flowering.