When to plant Globe daisy?

Globularia thrives in full sun or partial shade and is particularly well suited to free-draining soils. It performs best in sandy, loamy, or chalky conditions and will tolerate poor, alkaline ground where many other perennials struggle. Good drainage is essential; waterlogged soil in winter will quickly kill the plant. If your soil is heavy clay, work in plenty of grit or sharp sand before planting, or consider growing globularia in a raised bed, rock garden, or alpine trough. Plant in March, April, September, or October. Spring planting gives the roots time to establish before summer, while autumn planting allows the plant to settle in before winter, provided the soil is not waterlogged. Space plants 25 cm apart to allow for their spreading habit; mature clumps will reach 20–40 cm across. Dig a hole slightly larger than the root ball and set the plant at the same depth it was growing in its pot. Firm the soil gently around the roots, ensuring no air pockets remain. Water in lightly after planting, but avoid saturating the soil—globularia has low water needs and resents sitting in moisture. A top-dressing of grit or fine gravel around the base improves drainage further and helps keep the evergreen foliage clean and dry. No staking is required given the plant's low, mat-forming growth habit of 10–25 cm. Mulching with organic matter is unnecessary and can retain too much moisture around the crown; stick to an inorganic mulch if you use any at all.