Side-by-side plant comparison — which is right for your garden?
Brassica oleracea var. italica
Brassicaceae · vegetables
Bellis perennis
Asteraceae · flowers
Broccoli (Zones 2-11)
Daisy (Zones 4-8)
Overlap: Both grow in zones 4–8
| Feature | Broccoli | Daisy |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Brassica oleracea var. italica | Bellis perennis |
| Family | Brassicaceae | Asteraceae |
| Category | vegetables | flowers |
| Sun | ☀️ Full Sun | ☀️ Full Sun to Part Shade |
| Water | 💧💧 Medium | 💧💧 Medium |
| Soil | Rich, Well-drained | Well-drained |
| Height | 2' | 6" |
| Spread | 1' 6" | 8" |
| Bloom Season | Spring, Fall | Spring-Summer |
| Bloom Color | Yellow (if bolted) | White, Pink |
| Growth Rate | Medium | Medium |
| Native Region | Mediterranean | Europe |
| Maintenance | Medium | Low |
Broccoli
Daisy
Broccoli
Daisy
Choose Broccoli if you don't mind medium maintenance. It thrives in full sun with medium water in zones 2–11.
Choose Daisy if you want a low-maintenance plant, and want deer resistance. It thrives in full sun to part shade with medium water in zones 4–8.
Plant them together? Both overlap in zones 4–8. However, they have different sun needs, so plan your garden layout carefully.
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