Melampodium Paludosum (Butter Daisy) Seeds

Add sunny charm to your garden with Melampodium Paludosum Seeds – Butter Daisy. This cheerful variety produces bright yellow blooms that thrive in gardens, borders, and containers. Easy to grow and maintain, Melampodium is perfect for creating a lively, long-lasting display of color in outdoor spaces.

Features:

• Melampodium Paludosum variety (Butter Daisy) with bright yellow blooms
• Ideal for garden beds, borders, and container planting
• Easy to grow and maintain
• Produces abundant, long-lasting flowers

Specifications:

• Seed Type: Melampodium Paludosum (Butter Daisy)
• Planting Season: Spring to early summer
• USDA Zones: 9-11; can be grown as annuals in cooler zones
• Light Requirements: Full sun for best flowering
• Soil: Well-draining, fertile soil with pH 6.0–7.0
• Watering: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist
• Germination Time: 7-14 days under optimal conditions
• Spacing: 6-12 inches between plants
• Height: 6-12 inches at maturity
• Bloom Time: Summer through fall
• Care Tips: Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming, fertilize lightly every 2-3 weeks, protect from prolonged wet conditions to prevent root rot
• Propagation: Grown from seeds; suitable for garden beds, borders, or containers

Planting Guide:

1. Sow seeds directly in well-prepared soil after the last frost or start indoors 4-6 weeks prior.
2. Cover seeds lightly with soil and maintain consistent moisture.
3. Keep temperatures around 65-75°F for optimal germination.
4. Thin seedlings to allow proper spacing and airflow.
5. Provide full sun and regular watering to encourage vibrant, healthy blooms.