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Leucanthemum × superbum 'Becky' (Shasta daisy)

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Leucanthemum × superbum 'Becky'

Shasta daisy

Imagine: Large-flowered Shasta type daisy that actually lives for years! Single white flowers in June and July. Average to dry soil. Can easily be cut back for compact growth and re-flowering. Good cut flower. Deep shiny green foliage holds up well in heat and humidity. Named for Becky Stewart, of Decatur, GA.

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Height

2-3 Feet

Spread

2-3 Feet

Spacing

18-24 Inches

Bloom Color

White

USDA Hardiness Zone 4-9

Shasta daisy Interesting Notes

The Perennial Plant Association's 2003 Perennial Plant of the Year®

This heat tolerant selection of shasta (pronounced shaster below the Mason-Dixon line) daisy has been passed along through southern gardens for years before it acquired the name of Decatur, Georgia landscape designer Becky Stewart. The glossy dark green rosettes rise to 36" tall in spring, and are topped with large white daisies in early summer (June and July). C. 'Becky' prefers a well-drained, sunny site for best results. - Plant Delights Nursery

'Becky' is one of the best forms I have grown and is particularly good in the heat of the south. They stand upright, even after flowering and a hard rain, and flower for up to 8 weeks if the large, white flowers are deadheaded. - Allan Armitage

Leucanthemum × superbum 'Becky' Growing and Maintenance Tips

Plant in full sun with good drainage, especially in areas where winter rain is common. It is a good plant for southern gardens. Deadheading may allow a second bloom.

Key Characteristics & Attributes

Full Sun
Full Sun
Part Sun
Part Sun
Pollinator-friendly
Pollinator-friendly
Deer Resistant
Deer Resistant
Cut Flower
Cut Flower
Summer
Summer

Additional Information

Soil Moisture Needs
Average
Dry
Plug Type
Horticultural Plug
Propagation Type
Vegetative