Product Description
Leucanthemum 'Darling Daisy' PP12978 (10)ct Quarts
Shasta Daisy
This petite dwarf reaches a compact 6 to 8 inches tall.
Bright white petals with yellow centers above a clump of deep green foliage will bloom continuous from late spring to early fall, if deadheaded.
The small size is perfect for the front of perennial borders or containers.
Hardiness Zones: 4a-9b
Herbaceous Perennial
Full Sun to Part Shade
Height: 12-18"
Width: 18"+
Growth Habit / Form: Mounding
Growth Rate: Fast
Flower Color: White with Glowing Golden centers
Flower Size: 2.5-3"
Flowers Spring to Mid-Summer
Flower Type: Double Daisy
Foliage Color: Dark Green
Average Water Needs
Low, Moderate Maintenance
Attracts Butterflies
Resistances: Deer, Heat, Humidity, Insect, Rabbit
Leucanthemum 'Darling Daisy' is an adorable dwarf Shasta daisy that's perfect for adding a touch of cheer to smaller spaces. This compact and floriferous variety packs a big punch in a petite package!
Here's what makes it special:
- Abundant Blooms: 'Darling Daisy' is covered in classic Shasta daisy flowers with bright white petals and sunny yellow centers.
- Compact Size: This dwarf variety typically reaches only 10-12 inches tall and wide, making it ideal for rock gardens, borders, and containers.
- Long Bloom Time: Enjoy the cheerful blooms from late spring to early summer, with continued flowering throughout the summer if deadheaded regularly.
- Early Bloomer: It often blooms a few weeks earlier than other Shasta daisy varieties.
- Attracts Pollinators: Butterflies and bees are frequent visitors to its nectar-rich flowers.
- Easy Care: It's a low-maintenance plant that's relatively pest and disease-free.
- Hardy: Suitable for zones 4-9, tolerating a wide range of climates.
Growing Tips:
- Sunlight: Plant in full sun (at least 6 hours per day) for optimal flowering.
- Soil: Well-drained soil is essential. Amend heavy clay soil with compost or other organic matter.
- Watering: Water regularly, especially during hot, dry periods, but avoid overwatering.
- Fertilizing: A light application of balanced fertilizer in spring is usually sufficient.
- Deadheading: Remove spent flowers to encourage more blooms and prevent self-seeding.
- Division: Divide clumps every few years to maintain vigor.
Why choose 'Darling Daisy':
- Compact Habit: Perfect for small gardens, borders, and containers.
- Profuse Blooms: The abundance of cheerful flowers creates a delightful display.
- Long-lasting Blooms: Enjoy the show for an extended period.
- Low Maintenance: Easy to grow and care for.
Ten (10) plants in quart containers per flat (or tray).
Other Details
The most important part of the plant is its root system. Healthy roots are the foundation of a healthy, vibrant plant. The type of plug container used is based on the specific needs of the plants. Perennials offered as bare root traditionally perform better when planted as bare root.Planted in a specialized mix, potted plants have well established root systems. Top growth stage will vary depending on the current life cycle and time of year when shipped. In Winter and early Spring dormant plants may be shipped. Dormant plants may be planted right away, even before the last frost date.
Most bare root varieties are field grown for at least one season, though Hemerocallis and Hosta are grown for two seasons. The bulk of the soil is removed during the harvesting process and the tops of most varieties are trimmed back to the crown. They are graded, packed in shredded aspen or sphagnum moss and stored in freezers until ready to be shipped.
See our Container Sizes and Bare Root Perennials pages for more information.
Plant information and care is provided in the Overview section, Plant Genus Page and general information is provided in the Planting Care & Guides. Additional questions can be asked on each Plant page.
Plant Spacing: Using the maximum mature spread or width of a plant to guide spacing, ensures space to grow to full size. To fill an area sooner, plant them closer together. Just remember, future thinning or transplanting may be needed.
Water: Keep a close eye on newly planted perennials, especially throughout the first growing year. Most early plant loss is due to too much or too little water!
