Tuesday, April 7, 2009

Shasta Daisy

Leucanthemum superbum
Variety:

Hardy to: 4a(DG) 5(BG)
Plant Height: 24-36"
Spacing: 12-24"
Sun Preference: Dappled to Full Sun
Flower Color: White
BG: Backyard Gardener
DG: Dave's Garden

'Alaska' bears single, white, 2 inch diameter flowers. Often sold as Chrysanthemum maxiumum. Clump-forming perennial with fleshy, toothed, glossy, dark green leaves. Single, snow white flower petals ( 2 to 4 inches across) and gold centers begin blooming in May, with largest show around early June, then continue sporadically until frost. Flower stalks are 2 to 4 feet tall making these splendid in borders. Shasta Daisies make excellent cut flowers, as they are long lasting ( most Chrysanthemums are). Tolerant of many soils, but do require water in hot, sunny climates. Divide clumps every 2 years or establish plants from seed. Grow Shasta daisies if you love to share plants with your friends. You'll all have plenty within 3 years! Remove and discard spent flowers to prolong bloom period. source

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