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Posted 05/04/2023 in Perennial

Leucanthemum x superbum

From July to September, this old-time favorite for summer gardens becomes a living bouquet of huge (4?) daisies that stand 3–4? tall. Even at this height, staking isn't required, and its long, strong stems are excellent for cutting.

Post Details

Latin Name
Leucanthemum x superbum
Common Name
Shasta Daisy
Planting Zone
Zone 5 Zone 6 Zone 7 Zone 8 Zone 9
Special Interest
Attracts Butterflies Deer Resistant
Bloom Season
Spring
Height
2-3 ft
Spread
1.5-2 ft
Suggested Uses
Cottage Garden Perennial Border
Potential Pests
Verticillium wilt, leaf spots, and stem rots.

Plant Story

From July to September, this old-time favorite for summer gardens becomes a living bouquet of huge (4?) daisies that stand 3–4? tall. Even at this height, staking isn't required, and its long, strong stems are excellent for cutting.

Special Care Instructions

Remove spent flowers for additional bloom and divide clumps every 2-3 years.

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