Veseys

Leucanthemum superbum

The ever familiar Shasta daisy is a sun loving hardy perennial that is very easy to grow and will tolerate most soil conditions and a slight bit of shade. It will survive well on its own with very little care once established and depending on the variety can bloom early or late in the season. Remove faded flowers to extend blooming. Can be divided in spring or in fall. Leucanthemum 'Gold Rush' flowers in May-June.

Plant about the same depth as the soil of the plug and about 12-15 inches apart. Position in the hole so that the soil level of the plug is slightly below the surrounding soil surface. Fill soil in around the plant completely, firming the soil as you go. Covering the potted soil mix with just a little garden soil helps reduce wicking of moisture out of the potted soil mix. Mulch with 3-4 inches of weed-free straw or leaves after the ground freezes in the fall. Remove most of the mulch in early spring so they can emerge from the soil easily.