Daisy and ivy pot display
Create a pretty spring container display of bellis daisies and trailing ivy.
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If deadheaded regularly, pretty bellis daisies will keep flowering for weeks, offering a colourful display through spring and into summer. The English ivy in this pot recipe can be planted in the garden when the display is past its best.
You Will Need
- Pink bellis daisies (6)
- Ivy plant (2)
- 30cm terracotta pot
- Multi-purpose, peat-free compost
- Water-retaining granules
Total time: 30 minutes
Step 1
Place a layer of crocks in the bottom of the pot to improve drainage.
Step 2
Fill the pot two-thirds full with multi-purpose compost and mix in some water-retaining gel.
Step 3
Break up the strips of bellis to form individual plants. Don't worry about tearing the roots - the plants will be fine.
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Step 4
Position the bellis plants where you want them, then plant them in the container.
Step 5
Split the ivy into smaller plants. Poke them into the gaps between the bellis and fill in the gaps with compost.
Step 6
Water the display throughly and keep it well watered to prevent the soil from drying out.
Kevin Smith says...
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