Shasta Daisy, Snow Cap #1
Shasta Daisy, Snow Cap
Leucanthemum × superbum 'Snow Cap'
Height: Typically 12–18 inches tall
Spread: Approximately 12–24 inches wide
Spacing: Plant 12–18 inches apart for full coverage
Growth Rate: Moderate
Deciduous
Description
Shasta Daisy Snow Cap is a stunning, compact perennial that delivers a fresh, polished look to the landscape with its brilliant white flowers and sunny yellow centers. Blooming profusely in summer, these crisp, daisy-like flowers stand tall above dark green foliage, creating a satisfying contrast that brightens borders, pathways, and mixed plantings. Its tidy, mounded habit and long-lasting blooms make it one of the finest choices for adding a splash of color and textural interest. Snow Cap is also a showstopper in cutting gardens, producing gorgeous, long-stemmed flowers perfect for fresh arrangements.
General Care
- Sunlight: Prefers full sun
- Watering: Water regularly after planting to establish strong roots and support abundant blooms; once established, requires minimal supplemental watering except in prolonged dry periods
- Mulching: Apply a 2-inch layer of mulch to help retain moisture and regulate soil temperature
- Pruning: Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continued flowering; cut back foliage in late fall after the growing season
With its bold summer blooms, tidy growth habit, and long-lasting beauty, Shasta Daisy Snow Cap is a grand addition to landscapes, bringing freshness and elegance season after season.
