Shasta Daisy

Leucanthemum × superbum

Shasta Daisy belongs to the Leucanthemum genus.

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White petals with yellow centre, grows by spreading of roots as well as seed. Can be invasive.

Shasta Daisy belongs to the Leucanthemum genus.

How to grow and keep Shasta Daisy happy

Drought tolerant plant – good for xeriscaping.

Resistant to dear.

A prolific self-seeder. Dead head frequently to avoid self-sowing.

USDA Zone Range Which zones does Shasta Daisy grow best in? 4 - 10 pH Range The level of acidity for Shasta Daisy. 6.0 - 8.0
Water Requirements How much water does Shasta Daisy require? Low Nitrogen Requirements How much nitrogen fertilizer does Shasta Daisy need? ?
Soil The type of soil that Shasta Daisy needs. ? Sun How much sunlight does Shasta Daisy need to grow? Full Sun
Min. Air Temperature The lowest air temp to grow Shasta Daisy in. ? Max. Air Temperature The highest air temp to grow Shasta Daisy in. ?

How to sow and germinate Shasta Daisy

If sowing directly outdoors, wait until the last frost has passed. Sow directly on top of the soil and press slightly down, or scatter a small amount of soil on top of the seed.

Can also be propagated by dividing the root ball – do this every 3-4 years to prevent it from becoming invasive.

How to transplant Shasta Daisy

How to harvest Shasta Daisy

Companion plants for Shasta Daisy

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Repellent plants for Shasta Daisy

These plants will not grow well with Shasta Daisy so avoid planting these within close proximity:

Common Shasta Daisy pests

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Common Shasta Daisy diseases & problems

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How long does Shasta Daisy take to grow?

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