Care of the Candy Plate (Bellis perennis) Plant The candy plate (Bellis perennis) is an ornamental plant that is frequently used in park, garden and flowerpot arrangements with its daisy-like elegant flowers and compact structure.

Usually biannual or short-lived perennials.

It develops better in autumn, winter and spring due to the fact that it is a cool seasonal flower.

The sugar platter likes sunny and semi-shaded areas.

Full sun should be preferred in cool climates and semi-shade should be preferred in hot regions.

Soils rich in organic matter, moist but well drained are ideal as soil.

Irrigation has to be done regularly, the soil has to be kept slightly moist at all times.

The soil must not be allowed to dry out completely.

However, excessive irrigation can lead to root rot.

Watering should be done early in the morning or in the evening, especially during hot periods.

Balanced liquid fertilizer given 1-2 times a month during the flowering period increases the number and quality of flowers.

Regular cleaning of fading flowers ensures that the plant remains flowering for a longer time.

The sugar plate is resistant to cold, it is not damaged by light frosts

is adversely affected by extreme temperatures.

Sugar Plate (Bellis) Care According to Regions in Turkey Marmara Region Temperate climate is very suitable for sugar plate.

It can be grown in sunny or semi-shaded areas. It develops healthily in autumn and winter. In summer, semi-shade should be preferred in hot periods. It is suitable for garden and pot cultivation. Aegean Region Temperate-warm climate requires careful care.

Full sun is suitable in autumn and winter. Semi-shade areas should be preferred in summer. Irrigation should be done regularly. Flowering may decrease in summer temperatures. Mediterranean Region It is considered as a cool seasonal plant due to the warm climate.

Open and sunny areas are suitable in autumn and winter. Irrigation should be taken into semi-shade from the end of spring. Irrigation should not be neglected. In summer, the Black Sea Region usually enters a period of rest. The cool and humid climate is ideal for the sugar plate.

Sunny or semi-shaded areas are suitable Soil moisture should be preserved. Drainage should be paid attention during extreme rainy periods. It can remain flowering for a long time. Central Anatolia Region Terrestrial climate is suitable for sugar plate.

Sunny and wind-protected areas should be preferred. It is resistant to winter cold. It should be semi-shaded in hot summer periods. It is usually grown for two years. Eastern Anatolia Region is resistant to cold climate.

Sunny and sheltered areas have to be selected. Light protection in hard frosts is beneficial. Irrigation has to be controlled. Potted cultivation is appropriate. Southeastern Anatolia Region Due to the warm climate, careful care is required.

Suitable for growing in autumn and winter Semi-shaded areas should be preferred Irrigation should be done regularly Plant life may be shortened in summer heat # # # Bellis (Sugar Plate) Flower – Agricultural Pests * * *Aphids: * * Absorbs sap in young leaves and shoots, causing yellowing and twisting.

Whitefly: * * Appears under leaves, causes weakening of the plant.

Trips: * * Creates discoloration and deformity in flowers.

Red spider: * * Yellow spots on leaves and dries in hot and dry environments.

Snails and slugs: * * Causes physical harm by eating leaves and flowers.

Protective Measures: * * * Plants have to be checked regularly.

Excessive irrigation has to be avoided.

Good ventilation has to be provided.

Appropriate agricultural control has to be applied when necessary.