Leucanthemum x superbum 'Silver Princess'

Shasta Daisy

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Common Name: 

Shasta Daisy

Plant Type: 

Flower color: 

Foliage color: 

Green

Sun (From 0 to 5): 

Water (From 0 to 5): 

Maximum temperature: 

30°C

Minimum temperature: 

7°C

Maximum height: 

40 cm

Maximum width: 

45 cm

Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum x superbum 'Silver Princess') - Description

Blooms first season from sowing. A three-month burst of pure white, with numerous petals radiating from soft yellow eyes. Under the flowers, a neat backdrop of glistening, deep green foliage. Mix with lady's mantle, Salvia, star zinnias and Coreopsis for a vibrant, dramatic display.

Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum x superbum 'Silver Princess') - 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 'Silver Princess') - 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 'Silver Princess') - 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 'Silver Princess') - Pest

Slugs, aphids, chrysanthemum nematode, and earwigs. Leaf spots are also a problem.

Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum x superbum 'Silver Princess') - Interesting facts

Leucanthemum is found in temperate Asia and Europe.

Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum x superbum 'Silver Princess') - Soil and irrigation

Average to rich, well-draining soil that is kept moderately fertile and moist.

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