Guide to growing Swan River Daisy Brachycome
Brachycome is a half hardy annual, that is also known as swan river daisy by gardeners.
It usually flowers in the summer and autumn.
The flowers are daisy like, having a yellow or black centre, with dark blue petals.
How to grow swan river daisy (Brachycome)
When planting Brachycome outdoors it is best to sow out the seeds on the surface, then give them a light covering after the last frost of spring. Sowing should continue every three weeks or so throughout the season. If you plan to first grow swan river daisies indoor then they should be prepared 8 weeks before putting out before the last frost of spring. Germination of Brachycome species usually takes around two to three weeks when performed at 18 to 22 degrees Celsius. Seedlings should be planted out at a spacing of 15 to 20cm in a sunny or partially shaded area. ideally the soil should be rich and of a pH of 6 to 7.
Caring for swan river daisies in the garden
Swan river daisy plants should be dead headed after flowering for continued flowering.