Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum x superbum )-Hort Answers - University of Illinois Extension
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Perennial

Shasta Daisy
Leucanthemum x superbum

Shasta Daisy 'Becky'
Shasta Daisy 'Becky'
 
Features
Popular perennial with white daisy-like flowers and easy culture 
 
Culture
Prefers moist well-drained soil in a full sun to very light shade location. Good drainage is essential especially during the winter.  
 
Cultivars

'Becky' 3 feet tall, white flowers

'Aglaia' 2-3 feet tall, double white flowers

'Snowcap' 12-15 inches tall, white flowers

'May Queen' 18-24 inches tall, white flowers

'Old Court' 2-3 feet tall, white flowers are frilly and twisted

'Sonnenschein' 2-3 feet tall, light yellow flowers

'Crazy Daisy' 2-3 feet tall, white double frilly flowers

'Alaska' 2-3 feet tall, white flowers

 
 
Mature Height
1-3 Feet
 
Size
Medium
 
 
USDA Hardiness Zone
5 - 9 
 
Bloom Color
White
 
 
Bloom Season
June - September
 
Soil Conditions
Moist, Well-Drained
 
 
Exposure/Light Requirements
Full Sun
Partial Sun/Shade
 
 
Foliage Color
Green
 
 
Pests and Problems

Environmental Damage

Fungal Disease

Insect Damage


Additional pests and problems that may affect this plant:

Alternaria leaf spot, spetoria leaf spot, botrytis, powdery mildew, aphids, caterpillars
 
Additional Notes
Wet, poorly drained winter soils shorten the life of the plant. Deadhead to prolong bloom period. Can be a short lived perennial. Cut plants down in mid September to stimulate vegetative growth and help to extend the plants garden life.

 

 
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Illinois Commercial Landscape and Turfgrass Pest Management Handbook
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