Description
The Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum x superbum) is a drought-tolerant perennial. Produces large 2" blossoms with long bright white petals around a golden yellow center. Grows 2'-4' tall on thin stems with narrow, serrated, dark green foliage. Long lasting in the garden and as a cut flower.
- Life cycle: Perennial
- Bloom season: Summer
- Attracts: Butterflies and other pollinators
- Flower meaning: Innocence, new beginnings, purity, true love
SEED PLANTING TIPS
- Botanical name: Leucanthemum x superbum
- Hardiness zones: 4-9
- Planting season: Spring
- Days to maturity: 1st or 2nd year
- Cold stratify: Yes
- Depth to plant seeds: Lightly cover - seeds need light to germinate
- Spacing between plants: 18"-24" apart
- Days to germinate (sprout): 14-21 days
- Germination soil temps: 65F-70F
- Soil types: Loamy, moist, well-drained
- Soil pH: 5.5-6.2
- Water needs: Low - do not overwater
- Sun needs: Full sun
- Frost tolerant: No
- Drought tolerant: Yes
- Deer resistant: Yes
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