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 5–9Climate 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) — It grows 12-24 inches tall and 10-14 inches wide, forming an upright, floriferous clump

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) — commonly referred to as Daisy May® Shasta Daisy

Daisy May® Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum superbum) — The Leucanthemum superbum Daisy May®

Daisy May® Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum superbum) — refined perennial that brings the classic white daisy form into a more floriferous

Daisy May® Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum superbum) — snow-white flowers with golden centers above a sturdy mound of dark green foliage

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

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) — It grows 12-24 inches tall and 10-14 inches wide, forming an upright, floriferous clump

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) — commonly referred to as Daisy May® Shasta Daisy

Daisy May® Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum superbum) — The Leucanthemum superbum Daisy May®

Daisy May® Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum superbum) — refined perennial that brings the classic white daisy form into a more floriferous

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) — Part of the Proven Winners® collection

Daisy May® Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum superbum) — Its improved branching and abundance of side buds give the plant a lush

Daisy May® Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum superbum) — bloom-heavy presence in summer

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) — Hardy in USDA Zones 5 through 9

Daisy May® Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum superbum) — it offers dependable perennial performance across a broad range of temperate gardens

Daisy May® Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum superbum) — Its upright habit keeps the plant visually tidy

Daisy May® Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum superbum) — while the bright flowers draw bees and butterflies

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) — Average to fertile, well-drained soil is ideal, paired with consistent but not excessive moisture

Daisy May® Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum superbum) — where it receives the light needed for strong stems and abundant flowering

Daisy May® Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum superbum) — Deadheading is not strictly required

Daisy May® Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum superbum) — In areas with heavy rains or rich soils

Daisy May® Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum superbum) — but removing spent blooms helps maintain a clean appearance and can extend the summer show

Daisy May® Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum superbum) — and massed landscape sweeps

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

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