Shasta Daisy
Leucanthemum x superbum
In growth
JFMAMJJASOND
In bloom
JFMAMJJASOND
Planting Guide
| Spacing | 8"-12 |
|---|---|
| Planting depth | Crown at soil level |
| Chilling hours | 500 |
| Life expectancy | 3-5 years (needs division) |
| Growth rate | Fast |
| Planted | 2024 |
| Bed | To Be Sorted |
Growing Conditions
| Sun | Full Sun |
|---|---|
| Water | Average |
| Soil type | Average, dry to medium, well-draining |
| Soil pH | 6.0-7.0 |
| Zones | 4-9 |
| Native status | Cultivar |
Appearance
| Type | Perennial |
|---|---|
| Leaf | Lanceolate (Long tapering tip) |
| Foliage colour | Dark green |
| Bloom | White with yellow center |
| Fruit | Achene |
| Evergreen | Herbaceous |
Root System
| System | Fibrous/Adventitious Systems |
|---|---|
| Morphology | Mixed Fine & Coarse |
| Function | Mixed Orders |
| Propagation | Division, seed |
Wildlife & Safety
| Attracts | Butterflies, Bees |
|---|---|
| Deer | Deer Resistant |
| Toxicity | Non-toxic |
| Edibility | Inedible |
Where it came from
| Grower | Proven Winners |
|---|---|
| Bought at | Kulak's Nursery |
Care
Deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooms.
Maintenance
Divide every 2-3 years in spring.
Cleanup
Cut down to basal foliage in late fall.
Notes
Vigorous bloomer that adds classic beauty to borders.