Also known as Shasta Daisy · 1k gardener saves
Leucanthemum: the varieties gardeners actually grow
Leucanthemum, the genus most gardeners know as shasta daisy. We track 22 varieties; these are the ones gardeners actually save and plant, ranked by real saves rather than catalog marketing. Each links to full care, bloom, and live price data.
The 12 most-saved Leucanthemum varieties
Of 22 in the catalog — ordered by how many gardeners actually grow them.
#1 most savedSnowcap Shasta Daisy
Leucanthemum x hybrida 'Snowcap'
#2 most savedShasta Daisy Daisy May
Leucanthemum x superbum 'Daisy May'
#3 most savedSpun Silk Shasta Daisy
Leucanthemum superbum 'Spun Silk'
Becky Shasta Daisy
Leucanthemum vulgare 'Becky'
Shasta Daisy 'Marshmallow'
Leucanthemum x superbum 'Marshmallow'
Coconut Shasta Daisy
Leucanthemum vulgare 'Coconut'
Shasta Daisy
Leucanthemum x hybrida
Alaska Shasta Daisy
Leucanthemum superbum 'Alaska'
Shasta Daisy Banana Cream
Leucanthemum x superbum 'Banana Cream'
Real Charmer Shasta Daisy
Leucanthemum x superbum 'Real Charmer'
Cream Puff Shasta Daisy
Leucanthemum vulgaris 'Cream Puff'
Banana Cream II Shasta Daisy
Leucanthemum x superbum 'Banana Cream II'
Browse all 22 Leucanthemum varieties →
How to grow Leucanthemum
What the Leucanthemum varieties in our catalog actually agree on — drawn from the care records of the 22 most-grown of them, not from a generic template.
The Leucanthemum year
- DivideMarch and September100% of varieties
Divide crowded clumps every 2-3 years to maintain vigor
- DeadheadMay–August100% of varieties
Snip spent blooms just above a leaf node to encourage rebloom
- FertilizeMarch50% of varieties
Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer as new growth begins
- Spring CleanupFebruary50% of varieties
Remove old, dead foliage from the previous season
- PruneSeptember41% of varieties
Cut back flowering stems to the basal foliage after blooming finishes
Do
- Water deeply once a week during dry spells 🌱
- Water deeply during dry spells 🌱
- Apply a balanced fertilizer in spring
- Deadhead spent flowers to promote continuous blooming
- Water regularly during dry spells 🌱
Avoid
- Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot ❌
- Refrain from heavy pruning in late fall
- Don’t let soil become waterlogged
- Don’t fertilize late in the season
What goes wrong with Leucanthemum
| Problem | What you'll see | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Aphids | Sticky residue and distorted leaves | Introduce natural predators like ladybugs or spray insecticidal soap |
| Leaf Miners | Track-like tunnels in leaves | Remove affected leaves and use organic insecticides |
| Leaf spot | Dark spots on leaves, leaf drop | Apply copper-based fungicide and improve air circulation |
| Spider mites | Fine webbing and speckled leaves | Increase humidity and spray with insecticidal soap |
| Powdery Mildew | White powder on leaves | Improve air circulation and apply neem oil |
| Powdery mildew | White powder on leaves | Improve air circulation and apply fungicide |
| Root Rot | Wilting and yellowing leaves | Ensure well-draining soil and avoid overwatering |
Making more Leucanthemum
Division
- Divide mature plants in early spring or fall.
- Replant divisions immediately into prepared soil.
Seed
- Tuck seeds into moist soil in early spring for 6 weeks.
- Keep soil consistently moist during germination.
Leucanthemum questions
How many types of Leucanthemum are there?
The Sow catalog tracks 22 distinct Leucanthemum varieties. The most popular — ranked by 1k real gardener saves — are shown first above.
What zones does Leucanthemum grow in?
Across its varieties, Leucanthemum covers USDA Zones 4–10. Individual varieties differ — each plant page lists its exact range, and Sow filters the catalog to your zone automatically.
When does Leucanthemum bloom?
Most Leucanthemum varieties bloom in summer, early summer, mid-summer. Staggering early, mid, and late varieties extends the genus's season in one bed.
Which Leucanthemum should I choose?
Start from the most-saved varieties above — popularity across thousands of gardens is a strong signal of reliability — then filter by your zone and sun. In the Sow app you can preview any of them in a photo of your actual yard before you buy.
Keep exploring
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Design with Leucanthemum in your own yard
Snap a photo of your space and see these varieties planted in it — sized correctly, matched to your zone, with care reminders included.
