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Shasta Daisy

Shasta Daisy is listed botanically as Leucanthemum ×superbum. Clump-forming herbaceous perennial with classic white daisy flowers around yellow centers. Shasta daisies are dependable summer border and cutting-garden plants when given sun, drainage, and periodic division. PlotPal's canonical care record lists full sun and moderate water needs. The current taxonomy reference places it in the genus Leucanthemum and in the family Asteraceae. PlotPal currently carries Shasta Daisy as an outdoor growing and flower reference. Growing note: Plant in full sun and well-drained soil, deadhead to extend flowering, and divide crowded clumps every few years to maintain vigor. Avoid burying the crown too deeply or keeping it wet through winter. Propagation or sowing note: Plant nursery starts, divide established clumps, or grow from seed; named cultivars are best propagated vegetatively Plant-health prevention note: Provide airflow and good drainage, water at soil level, and remove badly affected foliage. Pest-prevention note: Inspect new growth and leaf surfaces regularly and use hand removal or targeted controls for small outbreaks. Common pests in the reference include Aphids, Leaf miners, Slugs. Common plant-health issues in the reference include Leaf spot, Powdery mildew, Root rot. Use this guide as practical growing context, then adjust decisions to the actual weather, soil, container or bed, variety, and conditions in your garden.