shasta daisy

Shasta daisies require moist soil at all times but should never be soggy. During the growing season, water regularly and deeply once or twice a week. Allow the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. During the winter, reduce watering, giving just enough to keep the plant alive. Be sure to water when there is no frost on the ground, as freezing water can harm the roots of a Shasta daisy.

Shasta daisy, also known as Daisy May or Leucanthemum 'Daisy Duke', enjoys bright sunlight for 6 to 8 hours per day. If planted in a garden this species prefers the east or west side of the house, as opposed to a northern exposure which may leave them in shade too long each day. During the morning hours, until 10 am is ideal, this species should receive the direct, bright sunlight it needs, and by late afternoon and early evening, the sun should be out of direct contact. Exposing this flower to direct sunlight for extended periods during the day can cause the plant to become dry and brittle, resulting in wilted, faded leaves and flowers.

Shasta Daisies should be pruned annually in the late winter or early spring. Pruning helps maintain an attractive, healthy plant by removing old, weak, or dead stems and leaves. To do the pruning, use sharp, sterilized pruning tools, and cut off the stems and seed heads within an inch of the base. This type of pruning helps promote more blooms and keeps the shape of the plant attractive throughout the growing season.