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Daisy?

Posted: October 26th, 2011, 11:36 pm
by kvan64
I found these guys ( heaps/millions of them) on the side of the road today and couldn't resist making a shot clip with to share the view. Just wondering if they really are wild daisy as guessed. Also are they considered weeds and is it a good idea to plant them in the garden.
Cheers
DK

Re: Daisy?

Posted: October 27th, 2011, 6:50 am
by MattA
Hey DK, They are a type of Helianthus (sunflowers) and no they are not native... Really hardy & great additions to the garden, just unfortunate they have spread into the wild as well.
Matt

Re: Daisy?

Posted: October 28th, 2011, 6:02 pm
by kvan64
Thank you Nathan, great to know mate. Will collect some to grow in the garden sometimes. I think these guys started from seeds that travelled with the flood water. No wonder they are growing like crazy along the creek.
DK