Scientific name: Leucanthemum x superbum
Family: ASTERACEAE
Common names: “Shasta daisy”
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Conditions:
Zone: 5-8
Light: Full sun
Exposure: Sheltered
Soil: Average – not too rich
Moisture: Average – well drained, can take a lot of drought
Aesthetic:
Plant Size: H 3′ W 2′
Leaf and Stem shape: Narrow dark green oblong leaves
Flower: Large daisy-like flowers with white rays and yellow disc centre
Maintenance: Usually need dividing every 3-5 years, easy care, can cut out spent flowers but don’t cut into green basal growth, good to cut it low in early spring too, Chelsea chop, usually require staking
Landscape use: Classic border plant, coastal cottage, city courtyard, informal garden
Propagate: By division
Pests & Disease: Generally healthy
*Deer proof???
Comments: Straight species seems to be stronger than cultivars but can be hard to find in nurseries, there are always new cultivars coming out
Cultivars: L. x s. ‘T.E. Killin’ ~AGM winner
L. x s. ‘Becky’ – 3’H, thick durable stems less likely to need staking
L. x s. ‘Alaska’ – 2’H, rigid stems seldom require staking
L. x s. ‘Aglaia’ – frilly double flower
L. x s. ‘Sunny Side Up’ – 12-18″ H, compact pretty disc
L. x s. ‘Victoria Secret’ – compact, double white, long season in flower if deadheaded
