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Daisy May® Shasta Daisy

Leucanthemum superbum

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Overview

The Leucanthemum superbum Daisy May® is a compact Shasta daisy with snow-white blooms, golden centers, and dark green foliage. It grows 12-24 inches tall and 10-14 inches wide, forming an upright, floriferous clump. Plant in full sun with average to fertile, well-drained soil and moderate water; deadheading can extend bloom. Hardy in USDA Zones 5-9.

Sun FullWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 5–9Type PerennialClimate Temperate
Daisy May® Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum superbum) — The Leucanthemum superbum Daisy May® is a compact Shasta daisy with snow-white blooms
Daisy May® Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum superbum) — snow-white flowers with golden centers above a sturdy mound of dark green foliageDaisy May® Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum superbum) — commonly referred to as Daisy May® Shasta DaisyDaisy May® Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum superbum) — Hardy in USDA Zones 5 through 9Daisy May® Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum superbum) — adding movement and life to the planting.<br><br>This Shasta daisy performs best in full sunDaisy May® Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum superbum) — bloom-heavy presence in summerDaisy May® Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum superbum) — giving patios and entry gardens a fresh+42

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
5–9

Shape & size

Mature height
1–2 Ft.
Mature width
0.8333333–1.1666666 Ft.

Classification

Type
Perennial
Family
Asteraceae
Climate
Temperate

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Daisy May® Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum superbum) — The Leucanthemum superbum Daisy May® is a compact Shasta daisy with snow-white blooms
Daisy May® Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum superbum) — snow-white flowers with golden centers above a sturdy mound of dark green foliage
Daisy May® Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum superbum) — commonly referred to as Daisy May® Shasta Daisy
Daisy May® Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum superbum) — Hardy in USDA Zones 5 through 9
Daisy May® Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum superbum) — adding movement and life to the planting.<br><br>This Shasta daisy performs best in full sun
Daisy May® Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum superbum) — bloom-heavy presence in summer
Daisy May® Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum superbum) — giving patios and entry gardens a fresh
Daisy May® Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum superbum) — it offers dependable perennial performance across a broad range of temperate gardens
Daisy May® Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum superbum) — Deadheading is not strictly required
Daisy May® Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum superbum) — perennial for full
Daisy May® Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum superbum) — In areas with heavy rains or rich soils
Daisy May® Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum superbum) — it serves as a bright seasonal thriller
Daisy May® Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum superbum) — where it receives the light needed for strong stems and abundant flowering
Daisy May® Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum superbum) — Plant in full sun with average to fertile, well-drained soil and moderate water; deadheading can extend bloom
Daisy May® Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum superbum) — Its compact height makes it especially effective toward the front or middle of a perennial border
Daisy May® Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum superbum) — where it can mingle with salvias
Daisy May® Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum superbum) — while the bright flowers draw bees and butterflies
Daisy May® Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum superbum) — Its upright habit keeps the plant visually tidy
Daisy May® Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum superbum) — though gardeners in favorable conditions often report especially vigorous clumps that merit generous spacing
Daisy May® Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum superbum) — The Leucanthemum superbum Daisy May®
Daisy May® Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum superbum) — Average to fertile, well-drained soil is ideal, paired with consistent but not excessive moisture
Daisy May® Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum superbum) — and massed landscape sweeps
Daisy May® Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum superbum) — Part of the Proven Winners® collection
Daisy May® Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum superbum) — but removing spent blooms helps maintain a clean appearance and can extend the summer show

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