The Beauty of Bellis ‘Tasso Strawberry Cream’
Few flowers capture the cottage garden charm quite like English daisies. Among them, Bellis perennis ‘Tasso Strawberry Cream’ stands out with its dreamy blend of blush pink, creamy white, and soft strawberry tones. These compact plants are an excellent choice for borders, containers, rock gardens, and even as cut flowers for small arrangements. Their neat double blooms bring color early in the season, filling in spots where spring bulbs finish blooming.
If you’ve ever admired the old-world appeal of daisy-style blooms, this variety deserves a spot in your garden plan. Its long-lasting flowers and dense, low-growing foliage make it both decorative and practical.
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Growing Bellis ‘Tasso Strawberry Cream’ from Seed
Starting Bellis from seed is easier than most gardeners think, especially with pelleted seeds. Pelleting makes the tiny seed easier to handle, ensuring even sowing and spacing in trays or plug cells.
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Sowing Indoors: Start indoors 8–10 weeks before your last frost date. Use a fine seed-starting mix, keeping it evenly moist. Press seeds lightly into the surface but do not cover, as they need light to germinate.
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Germination: Bellis germinates best at 65–70°F and typically sprouts in 7–14 days.
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Transplanting: Once seedlings develop a few sets of true leaves, transplant them into 288-cell or 200-cell trays for nursery production, or move directly into containers and garden beds after hardening off.
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Outdoor Growing: English daisies thrive in full sun to partial shade. They prefer well-drained soil but can adapt to most garden conditions.
These flowers are considered biennials in most climates. In their first year, they form a lush rosette of leaves, followed by an explosion of blooms the next spring. With the right care, many plants will self-seed, naturalizing to return year after year.
For more detailed seed-starting advice, see our full guide:
👉 Starting Bellis Seeds: A Complete Guide to Growing English Daisies from Seed
Why Choose ‘Tasso Strawberry Cream’?
There are many Bellis varieties, but the Tasso series is known for its:
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Compact size – Stays neat at 6–8 inches tall.
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Dense double blooms – A fluffy pompon look rather than open petals.
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Unique colors – Soft strawberry pink edged with cream tones, making it stand out from classic white or red Bellis.
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Versatility – Perfect for edging paths, filling containers, or mass planting in flower beds.
Gardeners and landscapers love this series for uniformity and predictable performance. Whether you’re a home grower or a nursery starting trays in bulk, this seed variety offers excellent germination and consistency.
Companion Planting and Garden Uses
Bellis pairs beautifully with other cool-season flowers. Consider planting alongside pansies, violas, primroses, and spring bulbs like tulips and daffodils. The blooms add layers of color just when gardens need them most.
They also make charming additions to fairy gardens, cottage borders, or whimsical children’s garden plots. Because the blooms are low to the ground and prolific, they create a lush, carpet-like effect when planted in groups.
Buying Bellis Seeds
At Trailing Petunia, we offer both bulk and smaller seed pack options so gardeners of all scales can enjoy Bellis ‘Tasso Strawberry Cream’.
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👉 Bulk Seed Packs – Ideal for nurseries, landscapers, or large gardens.
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👉 Smaller Seed Packs – Perfect for home gardeners who want just the right amount for their flower beds.
By offering pelleted seeds, we make the process easier for both commercial growers and hobby gardeners.
Care Tips for Lasting Blooms
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Deadheading: Remove spent flowers regularly to encourage new buds.
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Fertilizing: Use a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer every 2–3 weeks during the growing season.
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Mulching: Helps retain soil moisture and reduces weeds around your plants.
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Winter Care: In mild climates, Bellis may overwinter and return for several seasons. In colder regions, they often reseed and come back naturally.
Why Gardeners Keep Coming Back to Bellis
English daisies are timeless for a reason. They offer season-long charm, versatility, and a cottage-garden aesthetic that appeals to nearly every gardener. With Bellis ‘Tasso Strawberry Cream’, you get all the tradition plus a unique twist of color that truly sets it apart.
Whether you’re filling nursery trays for spring sales or just adding a pop of early-season color to your personal garden, this variety is a proven winner.