Shasta Daisy
Leucanthemum × superbum
Shasta daisies are classic perennials with large white daisy flowers and yellow centres through summer. They are easy, long-flowering and excellent for cutting.
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Essential Care Requirements
Light
Full sun
Watering
Moderate
Water regularly in dry spells.
Soil
Fertile, well-drained soil; pH 6.0–7.5.
Temperature and humidity
-30–35 °C · Moderate humidity
Feeding
Feed in spring with a balanced fertilizer.
Pruning and propagation
Propagate by division, seed
Deadhead regularly; cut back in autumn.
Shasta daisies can cause vomiting and skin irritation in cats and dogs.
Top Cultivation Tips
Divide every 2–3 years to keep plants vigorous.
Stake tall varieties.
Long vase life.
Grows as a winter annual in hot climates.
Common problems
Aphids
Small, soft-bodied insects that cluster on new shoots and buds, sucking sap and leaving sticky honeydew behind.
How to treat it →DiseaseLeaf spot
Fungal or bacterial infections that cause brown, black or purple spots on leaves, often with a yellow halo, leading to early leaf drop.
How to treat it →DiseaseRoot rot
Roots decay in waterlogged soil, so the plant wilts and yellows even though the soil is wet.
How to treat it →
