1 Gal Shasta Daisy

Shasta Daisy

Leucanthemum x superbum

Height: 3 feet

Spacing: 16 inches

Sunlight: full sun partial shade

Hardiness Zone: 4a

Description:

The ever popular shasta daisy is a robust perennial which blooms over a long period with happy bright flower heads borne singly on long stems for a tremendous contrast with the dark green foliage; beautiful massed along borders

Ornamental Features

Shasta Daisy has masses of beautiful white daisy flowers with yellow eyes at the ends of the stems from early summer to mid fall, which are most effective when planted in groupings. The flowers are excellent for cutting. Its serrated narrow leaves remain dark green in colour throughout the season.

Landscape Attributes

Shasta Daisy is an herbaceous perennial with an upright spreading habit of growth. Its medium texture blends into the garden, but can always be balanced by a couple of finer or coarser plants for an effective composition.

This plant will require occasional maintenance and upkeep, and should be cut back in late fall in preparation for winter. It is a good choice for attracting butterflies to your yard. Gardeners should be aware of the following characteristic(s) that may warrant special consideration;

Insects
Shasta Daisy is recommended for the following landscape applications;

Mass Planting
General Garden Use
Container Planting