Leucanthemum superbum 'Snowcap'

Shasta Daisy

Leucanthemum superbum ÔSnowcapÕ

Photo Credit: Walters Gardens

Leucanthemum superbum ÔSnowcapÕ

Photo Credit: Walters Gardens


Leucanthemum superbum 'Snowcap'

Shasta Daisy

Considered to be one of the very best compact, hardy daisies. Excellent presentation in containers all summer. Masses of single, white flowers blanket the dark green, shiny foliage for months. Easy to grow in combination containers and near the front of the landscape.

Plant Details

  • Zone: 4 - 9
  • Height: 12-14"
  • Spread: 12-18"
  • Exposure: Full Sun
  • Soil Moisture: Moderate Water Needs
  • Drought tolerant: No
  • Bloom time: Early Summer, Late Summer, Midsummer
  • Foliage Color: Green Shades
  • Flower Color: White Shades
  • Fragrant: No
  • Good Cut Flower: Yes
  • Native: Not native to North America
  • Deer resistant: Yes
  • Rabbit resistant: No
  • Bee-friendly: Yes
  • Attracts butterflies: Yes
  • Attracts hummingbirds: No
  • Groundcover: No
  • Roy Diblik Favorite: No

Plant Details

  • Zone: 4 - 9
  • Height: 12-14"
  • Spread: 12-18"
  • Exposure: Full Sun
  • Soil Moisture: Moderate Water Needs
  • Drought tolerant: No
  • Bloom time: Early Summer, Late Summer, Midsummer
  • Foliage Color: Green Shades
  • Flower Color: White Shades
  • Fragrant: No
  • Good Cut Flower: Yes
  • Native: Not native to North America
  • Bee-friendly: Yes
  • Deer resistant: Yes
  • Rabbit resistant: No
  • Attracts butterflies: Yes
  • Attracts hummingbirds: No
  • Groundcover: No
  • Roy Diblik Favorite: No

Grower Information

  • PowerPlug Size(s): 32s, 72s
  • Optimal Planting Time: Spring
  • Retail Sales Window: Summer
  • Moisture in Production: Average
  • Requires Shade in Production: No
  • Vernalization Required for Bloom: Yes
  • Vernalization Beneficial: No