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Shasta Daisy

Leucanthemum X Superbum

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Overview

Leucanthemum x superbum, commonly known as Shasta Daisy, is a perennial favorite with robust foliage. It boasts crisp white petals circling a bright yellow core. Thriving in full sun, it reaches heights of 2-3 feet and spreads up to 2 feet. Its bloom season extends from early summer to early fall, making it a garden staple. This hardy plant requires well-drained soil and benefits from deadheading to promote prolonged flowering.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 5–10Climate Temperate
Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum X Superbum) — Leucanthemum x superbum, commonly known as Shasta Daisy, is a perennial favorite with robust foliage
Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum X Superbum) — This hardy plant requires well-drained soil and benefits from deadheading to promote prolonged floweringShasta Daisy (Leucanthemum X Superbum) — Thriving in full sun, it reaches heights of 2-3 feet and spreads up to 2 feetShasta Daisy (Leucanthemum X Superbum) — It boasts crisp white petals circling a bright yellow coreShasta Daisy (Leucanthemum X Superbum) — Its bloom season extends from early summer to early fall, making it a garden stapleShasta Daisy (Leucanthemum X Superbum) — Leucanthemum x superbum, commonly known as Shasta Daisy, is a perennial favorite with robust foliageShasta Daisy (Leucanthemum X Superbum) — create a vibrant display from early summer through late summer+70

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
5–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Asteraceae
Climate
Temperate

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Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum X Superbum) — scientifically known as Leucanthemum x superbum
Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum X Superbum) — This hardy plant requires well-drained soil and benefits from deadheading to promote prolonged flowering
Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum X Superbum) — Thriving in full sun, it reaches heights of 2-3 feet and spreads up to 2 feet
Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum X Superbum) — It boasts crisp white petals circling a bright yellow core
Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum X Superbum) — Its bloom season extends from early summer to early fall, making it a garden staple
Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum X Superbum) — Leucanthemum x superbum, commonly known as Shasta Daisy, is a perennial favorite with robust foliage
Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum X Superbum) — create a vibrant display from early summer through late summer
Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum X Superbum) — This robust plant typically reaches heights of 2 to 3 feet and can spread out to about 1 to 2 feet
Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum X Superbum) — is a perennial favorite in many gardens due to its classic beauty and ease of care
Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum X Superbum) — and occasionally into fall if deadheaded regularly.<br><br>Hardy in USDA zones 5 through 9
Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum X Superbum) — measuring between 2 to 3 inches across
Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum X Superbum) — Shasta Daisies prefer full sun exposure but can tolerate partial shade
Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum X Superbum) — Weekly watering is recommended, with increased frequency during dry spells
Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum X Superbum) — They thrive in well-draining soil with a moderate level of fertility
Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum X Superbum) — For optimal health and flowering
Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum X Superbum) — thanks to their height and bushy foliage
Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum X Superbum) — slow-release fertilizer in the spring is advisable.<br><br>In a landscape design
Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum X Superbum) — Shasta Daisies serve as excellent middle-border plants
Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum X Superbum) — making them a practical and enchanting choice for any garden setting
Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum X Superbum) — multi-colored and white and yellow flowers in the garden
Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum X Superbum) — Careful division every 2 to 4 years will maintain vigor and prevent overcrowding
Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum X Superbum) — They pair beautifully with other perennials such as lavender, coneflowers, and salvia
Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum X Superbum) — perennial with multi-colored and white and yellow blooms
Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum X Superbum) — perennial for full or half

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