Leucanthemum × superbum
Shasta daisy (Leucanthemum × superbum) is a perennial that reaches 90 cm × 60 cm after ten years. Light: full sun, part shade. Hardy down to -29 °C. Drought tolerance: medium. Sold in local shops from about €3.20.
The classic big white daisy with a yellow centre that flowers for weeks in summer, cuts well and draws bees and butterflies. Plant it in sun and well-drained soil and deadhead it to keep new flowers coming. It is short-lived, so divide the clumps every two or three years, and tall varieties may flop in very rich soil.
| Group | Perennial |
| Light | Full sun, Part shade |
| Size after 10 years | 90 cm × 60 cm |
| Ultimate size | 0.6–1.2 m × 30–90 cm |
| Hardiness | down to -29 °C (USDA 4, RHS H7) |
| Soil | Average garden soil, Sandy |
| Foliage | Semi-evergreen |
| Flowering | June–September, white, yellow |
| Water need | Medium |
| Drought tolerance | Medium |
| Maintenance | Medium |
| Root aggressiveness | Low |
| Suckering | no data |
| Spreading | Low |
| Distance from buildings | no data |
| Distance from paving | no data |
| Litter | not typical |
| Planting distance | 45 cm |
| For dogs | Toxic (uncertain) |
| For cats | Toxic (uncertain) |
| For children | Mildly toxic (uncertain) |
| Typical price | from about €3.20 |
Toxicity data is for information only. If your pet or child has eaten a plant, contact a vet or a doctor.
The same plant is sold as a small pot and as a specimen several metres tall, and the price follows. Prices are rounded and for guidance only.
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Size
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Typical price
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| 9 cm | approx. €4.50 |
| size not stated | approx. €3.20 – €8.90 |
Data updated: October 8, 2026 · How our data is made
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