Lemon Puff Shasta Daisy
Best compact perennial for sunny container gardens and butterfly lovers.
These double-petaled daisies bring a high-impact, sunny aesthetic to small spaces without the sprawling mess of traditional varieties. While you sacrifice the height of classic garden perennials, you gain a tidy, compact habit that stays perfectly contained in pots or along the front of a border.
$14.99
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking evolving color palettes throughout the season
- Busy homeowners wanting low-maintenance, long-lasting floral displays
- Urban dwellers with limited space for container or border gardens
Who should skip it
- People dealing with heavy, poorly draining clay soil
- Low-effort gardeners avoiding regular maintenance or plant division
- Gardeners with shaded yards or limited direct sunlight
Performance breakdown
Bloom density
Double-layered petals create a lush, high-impact display of color.
Container suitability
Compact habit makes it perfect for small pots and patio arrangements.
Pollinator appeal
Bright centers act as a natural magnet for local butterfly populations.
Establishment speed
Rapid growth rate delivers immediate landscape impact for new gardeners.
Maintenance ease
Simple deadheading keeps the plant tidy and encourages continuous seasonal blooms.
Hardiness resilience
Reliable performance in zone four with solid drought tolerance once established.
Key Specs
Genus Name
Leucanthemum
Family Name
Shasta Daisy
Mature Height
18 inches
Mature Width
22 inches
Light Needs
Full Sun
Bloom Time
Late Spring to Midsummer
Hardiness Zone
4
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Well-Drained
Water Requirements
Moderate
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