The flower, was originally called the ‘day’s eye’ in Old English. It refered to significant events in a person’s life. ‘Day’s eye’, because at night the petals close over the yellow center and during the day the petals re-open. The phrase “as fresh as a daisy” originated from this, signifying that someone had a good night’s rest.

The flower also has significance and symbolism in many cultures and is reflected in multiple mythological legends.

In the Celtic folklore, a daisy symbolized innocence and purity originating from an old Celtic legend. According to the legend, whenever an infant died, God sprinkled daisies over the earth to comfort the parents.

Another legend in Norse mythology is the attribution to Freya’s sacred flower. She is depicted as the goddess of beauty, motherhood, beauty and fertility. Daisies portrayed and symbolized new beginnings, purity, childbirth, and a relationship to maternity. Daisies are sometimes given to congratulate new mothers.

The daisy, and its meaning, also inspired renowned authors and poets throughout history. Shakespeare used a daisy chain in ‘Hamlet’ to represent Ophelia’s innocence.

Daisy flowers can grow all year round and are highly resistant to weather or bugs.

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