When to plant Oxeye Daisy?

Oxeye daisy thrives in full sun and tolerates a wide range of soils, including loam, sandy, and chalky types. It prefers well-drained ground and will struggle in heavy, waterlogged clay. Before planting, clear the area of weeds and dig over the soil to a spade's depth. There's no need to enrich the ground with compost or manure—oxeye daisy actually performs better in lean, moderately fertile soil, where it flowers more freely and is less likely to flop. Plant young plants or divisions in March, April, or May for establishment before summer, or in September and October for autumn planting. Space plants 30 cm apart to allow for their mature spread of 20–40 cm. Dig a hole slightly larger than the root ball, set the plant at the same depth it was growing in its pot, firm the soil gently around the roots, and water in well. You can also sow seed directly outdoors in spring. Rake the soil to a fine tilth, scatter seed thinly, and cover lightly with no more than a few millimetres of soil. Keep the area moist until germination, which usually takes two to three weeks. Thin seedlings to 30 cm apart once they're large enough to handle. After planting, water regularly for the first few weeks to help roots establish, but once settled oxeye daisy has low water needs and tolerates dry spells well. A light mulch of garden compost around the base helps suppress weeds, but avoid smothering the crown. No staking is needed in most situations, though plants in very rich soil may grow taller and require support.