Growing guide · Perennials

Leucanthemum × superbum

How to grow Shasta Daisy 'Snowcap'.

The classic daisy, sized for the front.

Light
Full sun, part sun
Water
Moderate
Zones
4–9
Size
12–15 in. tall and wide
Spacing
12–15 in. apart.
Pets
Not on the ASPCA pet-safe list; keep it out of reach
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Compact shasta daisy covered in white daisy flowers with yellow centers

Light

Full sun is best; light afternoon shade is fine.

Water

Water weekly; it doesn't like to dry out fully or stay soggy.

Planting and soil

Plant in spring or early fall at soil level.

Feeding

Compost in spring.

Pruning

Deadhead spent flowers to the next bud. Cut back after frost.

Through the year

Basal leaves hold over winter. Flowers June to July, with more if deadheaded.

If something's off

Crown rot in wet winter soil. Shasta daisies are toxic to pets.

Plays well with

Plant it with friends.

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Why we stock it: The classic white daisy look without the staking.

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