Daisy Seeds (Painted) - Polar Star
Best low-maintenance annual for gardeners seeking deer-resistant, pollinator-friendly summer blooms.
Brighten your garden with Polar Star Painted Daisy seeds. These annual flowers produce crisp, white blooms with sunny yellow centers, perfect for adding a clean freshness to any landscape. Easy to grow and long-lasting, they provide vibrant color throughout the summer. Ideal for container gardens and cutting, these blooms are also drought-tolerant and resistant to deer and rabbits. They thrive in full sun and poor soil, attracting beneficial pollinators like bees and butterflies. Sow seeds in spring or fall for a stunning summer display.
$5.49
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Price vs Category Average
-48%
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Botanical Name
Tanacetum carinatum
/ Tanacetum carinatum
Who it's for
- Gardeners needing precision during small-seed sowing
- Pollinator enthusiasts seeking classic, high-impact floral displays
- Beginners wanting high-quality seeds for reliable sprouting
Who should skip it
- Organic purists avoiding synthetic or unknown seed coatings
- Budget-conscious gardeners prioritizing seed quantity over convenience
- Impatience-prone growers looking for immediate, low-maintenance germination
Performance breakdown
Pollinator Attraction
Highly effective at drawing bees and butterflies to your garden space.
Growth Resilience
Thrives in poor soil and withstands drought with minimal intervention.
Pest Resistance
Reliably deters deer and rabbits from snacking on your floral display.
Ease of Cultivation
Simple planting requirements make these an ideal choice for novice gardeners.
Versatility
Adapts perfectly to both container gardening and traditional landscape beds.
Floral Longevity
Provides a consistent, long-lasting bloom cycle throughout the summer months.
Key Specs
Botanical Name
Tanacetum carinatum
Common Name
Painted Daisy
Life Cycle
Annual
Flower Color
White
Bloom Season
Summer
Plant Height
Up to 24 inches
Sunlight Exposure
Full Sun
Water Requirements
Low
Features
- Striking snow-white blooms with yellow centers
- Attracts bees, butterflies, and pollinators
- Resistant to deer and rabbits
- Drought tolerant and low water needs
- Thrives in full sun and poor soil
- Excellent for cut flowers
- Ideal for container gardens
- Easy to grow annual
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the exceptional quality and ease of use associated with these Polar Star Daisy seeds. Reviewers frequently highlight the impressive germination rates, noting successful blooms even among novice gardeners. The resulting flowers are described as stunning, delivering a true white color and robust growth that meets or exceeds expectations. This reliability and the simple planting process make these seeds a highly recommended choice for adding striking, dependable beauty to any garden space.
Know before you buy
Yes, Polar Star Painted Daisies are excellent for container gardening. Their compact height of up to 24 inches makes them a great choice for patio pots or window boxes.
These daisies thrive in full sun. For the best results and the most vibrant blooms, ensure they are planted in a location that receives direct sunlight for the majority of the day.
Yes, this variety is known for being resistant to both deer and rabbits. They are a reliable choice if you are looking for blooms that won't be easily snacked on by local wildlife.
Not necessarily. These daisies are quite hardy and actually thrive in poor soil conditions, making them a low-maintenance option for areas of your garden where other plants might struggle.
Absolutely. These blooms are excellent for cutting, and their crisp white petals and yellow centers make them a fresh, attractive addition to indoor floral arrangements.
You can sow these seeds in either the spring or the fall. Planting during these seasons allows the flowers to establish themselves and provide a stunning display throughout the summer months.
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