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Shasta Daisy
Leucanthemum x superbum
Also known as: leucanthemum, oxeye daisy
Classic white daisy with yellow center. Long-lasting cut flower. Reliable rebloomer when deadheaded. Easy perennial for beginners.
Growing Requirements
SunFull Sun
WaterMedium
Soil Type
Soil Drainage
Soil pH
Plant Spacing18–24″
Row Spacing24–36″
Planting Depth—
Height18–36″
Spread18–24″
✗ Not Container Friendly✓ Raised Bed Friendly
Planting Schedule
Start Indoors
8–10 weeks before last frost
Direct Sow (Spring)
0–9 weeks after last frost
Transplant Outdoors
0–9 weeks after last frost
Germination
14–21 days
Days to Harvest
120–365 days
Zone Suitability
USDA Hardiness Zones
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
Zones 4–9
Can overwinter in appropriate zones
Perennial in zones 4–9
Surface sow — needs light. Divide every 2-3 years to maintain vigor. Deadhead for continued bloom.
Companion Plants
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