Landscape Notes: ‘Snowcap’ Shasta Daisy, Leucanthemum x superbum has the classic white daisy with the yellow center that everyone has used to predict love interests. Columnar in bloom, it reverts to basal rosette when cut back. ‘Snowcap’ Shasta Daisy, Leucanthemum x superbum is excellent with spiky flowers, such as Speedwell, Himalayan Fleece Flower, Salvia, Mullein, Yarrow, Bee Balm, Bellflowers, and Delphinium.
Exposure/Culture: ‘Snowcap’ Shasta Daisy, Leucanthemum x superbum grow well in alkaline soil. Prefers well drained, moist soils. Plant in full sun or partial shade conditions. Deadhead to prolong bloom and prevent excessive self sowing.
Other Notes: ‘Snowcap’ Shasta Daisy, Leucanthemum x superbum can be used in woodland borders, mass plantings, containers, planters, borders or edgers, around swimming pools, and other outdoor living areas. Resistant to insects, diseases, and deer yet attracts butterflies.
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| Genus |
Leucanthemum |
| Species |
x superbum |
| Container Size |
5 Inch Pot |
| Foliage Color |
Green |
| Mature Height |
2 to 3 Feet |
| Mature Spread |
1 to 2 Feet |
| Soil |
Well Drained |
| Zones |
4-8 |
| Mature Form |
Rounding |
| Growth Rate |
Moderate |
| Sun Exposure |
Full Sun to Light Shade |
| Flower Color |
White with Yellow Center |
| Fall Color |
Green |
| Bloom Period |
Summer |
