Plant Information
Leucanthemum Crazy Daisy
Scientific Name: Leucanthemum (Chrysanthemum) x superbum
Common Name: Shasta Daisy
Hardiness Zone: 5a - 8b
Hardiness Degree: -20°F (-28.9°C)
Blooming Season: Late Spring, Summer
Plant Habit: Mounded, Upright
Characteristics: Attracts Butterflies
Water: Medium
Fertilize: None or when needed only
Spacing: 18 - 24" (46 - 61cm)
Height: 24 - 28" (61 - 71cm)
Width: 18 - 24" (46 - 61cm)
Exposure: Sun
General Information: A dazzling display of double flowers, often quilled or fringed and always excellent for cutting. Attractive in butterfly gardens, or combined with other perennials such as poppy or yarrow. Remove faded flowers down to the next bud to extend bloom period.
White, 2.5-in. (6-cm) flowers have a yellow eye; many are fully double. Dark green leaves. Cold period and long days are necessary to initiate bloom.