Leucanthemum x superbum
Shasta Daisy
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Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum x superbum) - Description
Leucanthemum×superbum (or Shasta daisy) is a commonly grown flowering herbaceous perennial plant with the classic daisy appearance of white petals (ray florets) around a yellow disc, similar to the oxeye daisy Leucanthemum vulgare Lam but larger. Formerly classified in the genus Chrysanthemum, these daisies were transferred to their own genus of Leucanthemum because they lack some traits of true Chrysanthemums.
Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum x superbum) - Blooming
Daisy like flower heads borne solitarily at stem tips generally have white florets surrounding densely packed yellow disk florets.
Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum x superbum) - Growth
Annuals and perennials with entire to deeply lobed, toothed, or scalloped leaves. 0.5-2 foot to 1-4 foot tall, depending on the species. Grows best in full sun or partial shade. Alpine species require full sun. Tall species may need support.
Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum x superbum) - Planting
In addition to division, propagate with cuttings taken from shoots at the bottom of the plant in spring. Can also propagate with seeds.
Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum x superbum) - Pest
Slugs, aphids, chrysanthemum nematode, and earwigs. Leaf spots are also a problem.
Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum x superbum) - Interesting facts
Leucanthemum is found in temperate Asia and Europe.
Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum x superbum) - Soil and irrigation
Average to rich, well-draining soil that is kept moderately fertile and moist.
