shasta daisy

Shasta daisies need frequent watering to keep their soil moist but not wet. When you water, give the plant a thorough soaking, then allow the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Generally, water when the top inch or 2 of soil is dry, and always water in the morning when dew has had an opportunity to evaporate. During times of drought, water deeply about once a week to prevent the soil from drying out completely.

Shasta Daisies thrive in full sun. For best results, they should receive 6-8 hours of sunlight daily. In an area that experiences long summer days with direct sunlight, providing some afternoon shade may be beneficial. If planted in a location that receives less than 6-8 hours of sunlight daily, Shasta Daisies may not bloom as well as they would in an area with plenty of direct sunlight.

Shasta daisies should be pruned in early spring, before the growth of new blossoms and foliage has begun. Pruning should remove only the older, dead, or damaged foliage and deadheading of flowers. Use pruning shears to trim the stems over about 1/3 of their length. This encourages new growth and prevents the plants from becoming leggy. Avoid pruning stems that are still green or flowering. In addition to pruning, removing spent blossoms throughout the growing season will also encourage more blooms throughout the summer.