Daisy vs Sweet Pea

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

Daisy

Bellis perennis

Asteraceae · flowers

EdibleDeer ResistantLow Maintenance

Sweet Pea

Lathyrus odoratus

Fabaceae · flowers

Deer ResistantMedium Maintenance

Hardiness Zone Range

Daisy (Zones 4-8)

Sweet Pea (Zones 2-11)

Overlap: Both grow in zones 4–8

Detailed Comparison

Feature	Daisy	Sweet Pea
Scientific Name	Bellis perennis	Lathyrus odoratus
Family	Asteraceae	Fabaceae
Category	flowers	flowers
Sun	☀️ Full Sun to Part Shade	☀️ Full Sun
Water	💧💧 Medium	💧💧 Medium
Soil	Well-drained	Rich, Well-drained
Height	6"	6'
Spread	8"	1'
Bloom Season	Spring-Summer	Spring-Summer
Bloom Color	White, Pink	Mixed
Growth Rate	Medium	Fast
Native Region	Europe	Italy, Sicily
Maintenance	Low	Medium

Special Traits

Daisy

Yes — EdibleYes — Deer ResistantNo — Drought Tolerant

Sweet Pea

No — EdibleYes — 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.

Sweet Pea

✓Soak seeds overnight before planting.
✓Provide trellis or netting.
✓Pick flowers frequently to prolong bloom.
✓Needs cool weather — plant early spring or fall in warm areas.

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 Sweet Pea if you don't mind medium maintenance, and want deer resistance. 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 Sweet Pea grow in the same hardiness zone?

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

Do Daisy and Sweet Pea have the same sun and water needs?

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

Which grows taller, Daisy or Sweet Pea?

Sweet Pea grows taller at 6' compared to Daisy at 6". Sweet Pea spreads 1' while Daisy spreads 8".

Are Daisy and Sweet Pea deer resistant?

Yes, both Daisy and Sweet Pea are considered deer resistant, making them excellent choices for gardens in areas with deer pressure.

Which is easier to maintain, Daisy or Sweet Pea?

Daisy has low maintenance while Sweet Pea has medium maintenance. Daisy may be easier for beginning gardeners to manage.

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Detailed Comparison

Feature	Daisy	Sweet Pea
Scientific Name	Bellis perennis	Lathyrus odoratus
Family	Asteraceae	Fabaceae
Category	flowers	flowers
Sun	☀️ Full Sun to Part Shade	☀️ Full Sun
Water	💧💧 Medium	💧💧 Medium
Soil	Well-drained	Rich, Well-drained
Height	6"	6'
Spread	8"	1'
Bloom Season	Spring-Summer	Spring-Summer
Bloom Color	White, Pink	Mixed
Growth Rate	Medium	Fast
Native Region	Europe	Italy, Sicily
Maintenance	Low	Medium

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.

Sweet Pea

✓Soak seeds overnight before planting.
✓Provide trellis or netting.
✓Pick flowers frequently to prolong bloom.
✓Needs cool weather — plant early spring or fall in warm areas.

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 Sweet Pea if you don't mind medium maintenance, and want deer resistance. 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 Sweet Pea grow in the same hardiness zone?

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

Do Daisy and Sweet Pea have the same sun and water needs?

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

Which grows taller, Daisy or Sweet Pea?

Sweet Pea grows taller at 6' compared to Daisy at 6". Sweet Pea spreads 1' while Daisy spreads 8".

Are Daisy and Sweet Pea deer resistant?

Yes, both Daisy and Sweet Pea are considered deer resistant, making them excellent choices for gardens in areas with deer pressure.

Which is easier to maintain, Daisy or Sweet Pea?

Daisy has low maintenance while Sweet Pea has medium maintenance. Daisy may be easier for beginning gardeners to manage.