shasta daisy

Shasta daisy requires weekly watering, approximately 1 inch of water per week, whenever the soil is dry at the 2” depth. Watering should be done in the morning so the leaves can dry before night. However, during extreme heat, the plant may need 2 inches of water per week, either from rainfall or from additional watering. It is best to water the Shasta daisy near the base of the plant, and to water deeply so the water can penetrate to the roots, which will encourage root growth. In very dry periods, a deep soaking, once or twice a week, is better than frequent shallow watering.

Shasta daisy (Leucanthemum 'Belgian Lace') needs full sunlight for at least 6 to 8 hours every day to thrive. It is best if the plant receives morning sun and shade in the afternoon during periods of intense afternoon sun. This will help the daisy avoid wilting and other signs of stress due to too much sun or heat.

Shasta daisies generally require minimal pruning. Early spring pruning is recommended to remove any dead or damaged stems and to shape the plant. If you want to control the size of your Shasta Daisy, you can do light pruning of the spent flower heads as they fade throughout the summer and autumn. Trim off the spent flowers down to the basal leaves. This will help to encourage your plant to create new growth for more flowers later in the season. Be careful to not prune too aggressively as this could negatively affect the flowering of your Shasta Daisy.