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LEUCANTHEMUM
Commonly known as Shasta daisy
Genus of 29 species of annuals and perennials from rocky alpine slopes and moist meadows, grassland and wasteland in Europe and temperate Asia.
Plant Details
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Good to knowWildlife plant - bees, butterflies and other insects
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Pests & DiseasesAphids, slugs, earwigs, chrysanthemum eelworm, leaf spots
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Place of originGarden origin
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Semi-doubleTwo rows of petals with conspicuous stamens
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Fully hardy
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Height60cm (24in)
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Spread60cm (24in)
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HerbaceousEarly in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch.Robust, clump-forming perennial with inversely lance-shaped, toothed, glossy, dark green basal leaves to 30cm (12in) across and shorter stem leaves. Flowers are 8cm (3in) across
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Hardy - cold winterHardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F)
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Mature Size60cm (24in)
60cm (24in)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Soil Conditions
Fertile moist well-drained soilModerately fertile
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Sun Requirements
Full sunPartial shade
Herbaceous Plants - Video Collection
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- Dead heading Delphiniums - Video Tip ondemand_video
- Feeding herbaceous peonies - Video Tip ondemand_video
- Overpotting Problems - Video Tip ondemand_video
Leucanthemum x superbum - Growing Guide
Planting to avoid allergic reactions and asthma
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