Ox-eye Daisy, Shasta Daisy. A variable perennial with dark green leaves and large daisy-like white flowers with yellow centres. Max Height 60cm to 90cm. Max Spread 60cm. Flowers May to June. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser.
Leucanthemum maximum
A variable perennial with dark green leaves and large daisy-like white flowers with yellow centres.
Additional information
| Generic | Leucanthemum |
|---|---|
| Species | maximum |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Ox-eye Daisy, Shasta Daisy |
| Flower Colour | white |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 60cm, 90cm |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Spread | 60cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Erect |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | Green |
| Flowers From | May, June |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Border, Meadow |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
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