Leucanthemum superbum
Shasta daisy stands out with classic large white flowers with yellow centers atop upright stems. Perfect for traditional beds and cut flowers.
Growing Guide & Production Protocols
Cultivation & Growing Guidelines
Leucanthemum superbum, commonly known as ‘Shasta Daisy’, is a perennial from the Asteraceae family, appreciated for its large, classic white blooms with bright yellow centers. It thrives in full sun, well-drained soil, and moderate fertility, and offers excellent weather tolerance and a long blooming season. Leucanthemum superbum is a timeless choice for garden borders, mass plantings, and cut flower production, delivering bold visual impact and strong garden performance.
Stick quickly, keep 65°–68°F (18°–20°C). pH 5.8–6.2, EC 0.8–1.0. Feed progressively, fungicide at sticking and week 2; pinch optional.
For more detailed growing tips – such as sticking guidelines, recommended PGRs, and scheduling protocols – check out our Leucanthemum superbum Growing Tips.
Common Production Base Specs
Core agronomic requirements applying across all Leucanthemum superbum series.
| Crop Type | Bedding - Perennials |
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| Growing Guide & Production Protocols | Leucanthemum superbum, part of the Asteraceae family, is known for its classic, large white daisy flowers with bright yellow centers. This herbaceous perennial thrives in full sun, rich, moist, well-drained soil. With robust growth and excellent winter hardiness, Leucanthemum superbum blooms from early to late summer, making it a favorite for perennial borders, cottage gardens, and cut flower patches that need sturdy, traditional floral beauty. |
| Cultivation & Groweing guidelines | Establish early at 65-68°F (18-20°C) to bulk. If bulking for spring sales, many varieties benefit from dropping temperatures to 40-50°F (4-10°C) for vernalization. pH 5.8-6.2, EC 1.0-1.5, feed 100-150 ppm N. Allow media to dry moderately between waterings to encourage deep root systems. Fungicide drench recommended at transplant. |
| Growth Habit | Upright / Clumping |
| PGR Requirements | Moderate |
| Recommended Formats | Gallons, Landscape |
| Flowering Season | Early to Late Summer |
Commercial Leucanthemum superbum Series Overview
Danziger offers a specialized Leucanthemum superbum lineup, with each series bred for specific growth habits and production goals. Danziger offers different series within this crop:
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