Snowcap Shasta Daisy is a stunning perennial grown in zones 4-9. It produces pure white flowers that bloom in summer and fall. This plant grows up to 18 inches tall and is perfect for borders, containers, and cut flowers.
Snow Cap Shasta Daisy
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Snow Cap Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum x superbum 'Snowcap') is a beautiful and easy-to-grow perennial plant. It is known for its large, pure white flowers with golden yellow centers, 2-3 in. across (5-7 cm), atop a lush mound of medium to dark green foliage. Blooming for many weeks from early to late summer, if deadheaded, this Shasta Daisy is extremely easy to grow.
Snow Cap Shasta Daisy is a compact variety that grows to 12-15 in. tall and 12 in. wide (30-37 cm x 30 cm). It is resistant to heat, drought and humidity. It was introduced by Alan Bloom of Blooms of Bressingham in the 1980s.
Here are some tips for growing Snow Cap Shasta Daisy:
- Plant in full sun to partial shade.
- Amend the soil with compost or other organic matter before planting.
- Water regularly, especially during the first growing season.
- Fertilize in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.
- Remove spent flower stalks to encourage reblooming.
- Divide every 2-3 years to maintain its vigor.
Snow Cap Shasta Daisy is a versatile plant that can be used in a variety of ways in the garden. It can be planted as a single specimen plant, in a border, or in a container. It is also a good choice for foundation plantings and meadow gardens.
Here are some ideas for using Snow Cap Shasta Daisy in the garden:
- Plant Snow Cap Shasta Daisy as a single specimen plant in a corner of your garden.
- Create a border of Snow Cap Shasta Daisy along a walkway or driveway.
- Plant Snow Cap Shasta Daisy in a container on your patio or deck.
- Use Snow Cap Shasta Daisy as a foundation planting for your home.
- Plant Snow Cap Shasta Daisy in a meadow garden with other wildflowers.
Snow Cap Shasta Daisy is a beautiful and easy-to-grow plant that is sure to add interest and color to your garden. It is a great choice for gardeners of all skill levels.
Creative response:
Snow Cap Shasta Daisy is a breath of fresh air on any summer day. Its pure white flowers and golden yellow centers are a welcome sight, and its lush green foliage provides a backdrop of beauty. Plant one today and add a touch of elegance to your garden.
Sources
info- www.gardenia.net/plant/leucanthemum-x-superbum-snowcap-shasta-daisy#:~:text=Highly%20popular%2C%20Leucanthemum%20x%20superbum,reaching%20up%2012%2D15%20in.
Note: The plant is shipped in its pot, firmly secured with several layers of clear tape, thereby avoiding any shuffling and moving during transit. The plant reaches you with minimal damage- very safe and secure. We have been shipping plants like this for several years (plant are sometimes shipped in smaller pots for safety and ease of shipping). Most plants go dormant in fall and winter and will lose most of their leaves - looking dead and dry - very normal. They will flush out in spring.
We cannot send ship some plants and some sizes to California due to restrictions placed by department of agriculture.
