Species shasta daisy
smooth, white, flower with prominent yellow stamens, and smooth, green, elliptic leaves

shasta daisy

Leucanthemum superbum 'Silberprinzesschen' LITTLE PRINCESS

The Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum superbum 'Silberprinzesschen' LITTLE PRINCESS) is a sturdy perennial flower with crisp white petals and a bright yellow center. It blooms in late spring and summer and will adorn gardens with its beauty until fall. Its strong, wiry stems support the long-lasting flowers and are ideal for cutting and arranging. It is best planted in full sun and prefers moist, well-drained soil. Deer and rabbits avoid it; however, it can tolerate drought and poor soil. After a few years, divisions made in the spring can be used to increase the plant’s numbers. Butterflies are attracted to the nectar-filled flowers, making it a favorite of gardeners.

Cycle:

Herbaceous Perennial

Watering:

Minimum

Propagation:

Division,Cutting,Seed Propagation,Layering Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

5 - 9

Flowers:

White with yellow center Flowers

Sun:

Full sun

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Low

Maintenance:

Moderate

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Shasta daisies should be watered once a week, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy. To water your Shasta daisy, apply about 1 inch of water to the soil around the plant. This will ensure that the plant’s roots will be evenly saturated. Too much water can cause the roots to rot and the leaves to yellow, so it’s important to be careful not to overwater. You can also test the soil moisture by sticking a finger down several inches or using a soil moisture meter. If the soil feels dry the shasta daisy needs water.

sunlight

Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum superbum 'Silberprinzesschen' LITTLE PRINCESS) should be placed in an area where it will get at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day. During the hottest summer months, some protection from afternoon sun can be beneficial as the plant can be sensitive to extreme heat. It is important to note, however, that these plants will typically bloom much more if they are given adequate access to direct sunlight. Therefore, if you're looking to get the most of these beautiful flowers, choosing an area in your garden or yard with at least 6 hours of direct sunlight is the best way to go.

pruning

Shasta daisy 'LITTLE PRINCESS' (Leucanthemum superbum) should be pruned once a year in early spring. Cut off any dead or unhealthy-looking flower stalks, then prune back the remaining stems by 1-third to 1-half their size. If the plants have become too woody and leggy, prune them back to within 8 inches of the original crown. Deadheading of the flowers throughout the growing season will also help to encourage re-blooming.

Season

Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
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Oct
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Dec
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May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering

Leucanthemum superbum 'Silberprinzesschen' LITTLE PRINCESS, also known as shasta daisy, typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.

Starts Flowering

Leucanthemum superbum 'Silberprinzesschen' LITTLE PRINCESS, also known as shasta daisy, typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.

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