Daisy vs Green Bean

Side-by-side plant comparison — which is right for your garden?

Daisy

Bellis perennis

Asteraceae · flowers

EdibleDeer ResistantLow Maintenance

Green Bean

Phaseolus vulgaris

Fabaceae · vegetables

EdibleLow Maintenance

Hardiness Zone Range

Daisy (Zones 4-8)

Green Bean (Zones 2-11)

Overlap: Both grow in zones 4–8

Detailed Comparison

Feature	Daisy	Green Bean
Scientific Name	Bellis perennis	Phaseolus vulgaris
Family	Asteraceae	Fabaceae
Category	flowers	vegetables
Sun	☀️ Full Sun to Part Shade	☀️ Full Sun
Water	💧💧 Medium	💧💧 Medium
Soil	Well-drained	Well-drained
Height	6"	2'
Spread	8"	8"
Bloom Season	Spring-Summer	Summer
Bloom Color	White, Pink	White
Growth Rate	Medium	Fast
Native Region	Europe	Central/South America
Maintenance	Low	Low

Special Traits

Daisy

Yes — EdibleYes — Deer ResistantNo — Drought Tolerant

Green Bean

Yes — EdibleNo — Deer ResistantNo — Drought Tolerant

Care Tips

Daisy

✓Deadhead to prevent self-seeding if desired.
✓Tolerates mowing in lawns.
✓Divide in spring or fall.
✓May go dormant in hot summers.
✓Edible flowers add beauty to salads.

Green Bean

✓Direct sow after all frost danger.
✓Don't soak seeds.
✓Pick every 2-3 days to encourage production.
✓Rotate planting location yearly.
✓Beans fix nitrogen — don't fertilize heavily.

Which Plant Is Right for Your Garden?

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.

Choose Green Bean if you want a low-maintenance plant. It thrives in full sun with medium water in zones 2–11.

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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Frequently Asked Questions

Can Daisy and Green Bean grow in the same hardiness zone?

Daisy grows in USDA zones 4-8, while Green Bean grows in zones 2-11. Both plants can grow together in zones 4 through 8.

Do Daisy and Green Bean have the same sun and water needs?

Daisy needs full sun to part shade and medium water, while Green Bean needs full sun and medium water. Their differing requirements mean you may need separate garden areas for each.

Which grows taller, Daisy or Green Bean?

Green Bean grows taller at 2' compared to Daisy at 6". Green Bean spreads 8" while Daisy spreads 8".

Are Daisy and Green Bean deer resistant?

Daisy is deer resistant, but Green Bean is not. If deer are a concern, Daisy is the better choice, or protect Green Bean with fencing.

Which is easier to maintain, Daisy or Green Bean?

Both Daisy and Green Bean have low maintenance requirements. They need a similar level of care including regular attention to watering, pruning, and soil health.

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Detailed Comparison

Feature	Daisy	Green Bean
Scientific Name	Bellis perennis	Phaseolus vulgaris
Family	Asteraceae	Fabaceae
Category	flowers	vegetables
Sun	☀️ Full Sun to Part Shade	☀️ Full Sun
Water	💧💧 Medium	💧💧 Medium
Soil	Well-drained	Well-drained
Height	6"	2'
Spread	8"	8"
Bloom Season	Spring-Summer	Summer
Bloom Color	White, Pink	White
Growth Rate	Medium	Fast
Native Region	Europe	Central/South America
Maintenance	Low	Low

Care Tips

Daisy

✓Deadhead to prevent self-seeding if desired.
✓Tolerates mowing in lawns.
✓Divide in spring or fall.
✓May go dormant in hot summers.
✓Edible flowers add beauty to salads.

Green Bean

✓Direct sow after all frost danger.
✓Don't soak seeds.
✓Pick every 2-3 days to encourage production.
✓Rotate planting location yearly.
✓Beans fix nitrogen — don't fertilize heavily.

Which Plant Is Right for Your Garden?

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.

Choose Green Bean if you want a low-maintenance plant. It thrives in full sun with medium water in zones 2–11.

Plant them together? Both overlap in zones 4–8. However, they have different sun needs, so plan your garden layout carefully.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Daisy and Green Bean grow in the same hardiness zone?

Daisy grows in USDA zones 4-8, while Green Bean grows in zones 2-11. Both plants can grow together in zones 4 through 8.

Do Daisy and Green Bean have the same sun and water needs?

Daisy needs full sun to part shade and medium water, while Green Bean needs full sun and medium water. Their differing requirements mean you may need separate garden areas for each.

Which grows taller, Daisy or Green Bean?

Green Bean grows taller at 2' compared to Daisy at 6". Green Bean spreads 8" while Daisy spreads 8".

Are Daisy and Green Bean deer resistant?

Daisy is deer resistant, but Green Bean is not. If deer are a concern, Daisy is the better choice, or protect Green Bean with fencing.

Which is easier to maintain, Daisy or Green Bean?

Both Daisy and Green Bean have low maintenance requirements. They need a similar level of care including regular attention to watering, pruning, and soil health.