Leucanthemum Shasta Daisy
Best compact perennial for low maintenance garden borders.
A reliable, low-maintenance perennial that brings classic white daisy blooms to the garden with minimal effort. Its hardy nature and compact growth make it an excellent choice for borders, containers, or mass plantings that need consistent color throughout the summer.
$62.10
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Etsy
Who it's for
- Gardeners with limited space or small border gardens
- Homeowners seeking consistent floral color throughout the warmer months
- Busy individuals looking for high-impact plants with minimal effort
Who should skip it
- Landscapers wanting permanent, set-it-and-forget-it plant installations
- Growers with heavy clay soil or low-lying, damp garden areas
- Low-maintenance seekers who prefer plants that self-clean
Performance breakdown
Maintenance Ease
Requires minimal deadheading and thrives with very little hands-on attention.
Hardiness
Reliably survives harsh winters in zones 3 through 6.
Pollinator Appeal
Bright centers act as a natural magnet for local butterfly populations.
Drought Resilience
Established plants withstand dry spells better than most delicate perennials.
Pest Resistance
Deer typically avoid this variety, protecting your garden from unwanted grazing.
Design Versatility
Adapts seamlessly to containers, borders, or large-scale landscape massing.
Key Specs
Plant Type
Perennial
Botanical Name
Leucanthemum superbum
Hardiness Zones
3-6
Sun Exposure
Full sun to partial sun
Watering Needs
Medium
Deer Resistant
Yes
Drought Tolerant
Yes
Attracts Pollinators
Yes
Pot Size
5-inch rootball or 3.5-inch pot
Origin
Made in USA
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