Leucanthemum - Daisy 'Banana Cream'

Leucanthemum superbum 'Banana Cream'
Common Name: Shasta Daisy
Ships As: Perennial Plant Plug

The 4-5 inch wide flowers are lemon yellow when they open, brightening to light butter yellow and finally to creamy white as they mature. An extra row of ray petals gives the flowers a fuller appearance than truly single varieties. Since it produces flower buds at each axillary shoot, ‘Banana Cream’ blooms prolifically all summer long atop strong, upright stems. Compared to older cultivars, this plant has nicely compact, dark green foliage and exhibits increased disease resistance. It has proven to be a very strong grower and rapid multiplier. Try planting a few in the landscape or combination containers and you’ll be rewarded with loads of blooms for fresh bouquets.
Shasta Daisies are all-time favorites for the perennial border. The cheery flowers begin to appear in early summer and continue on for several months if faithfully deadheaded. Shastas mix so effortlessly with other perennials that no garden should be without them!

CHARACTERISTICS

Height:
15-18 inches
Spread:
18-24 inches
Flower Color:
Yellow Shades
Foliage Color:
Green shades
Hardiness Zone:
5,6,7,8,9
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Water Requirements:
Average water needs
Low water needs
Attracts:
Bees
Resistant:
n/a
Growth Rate:
Average
Rapid
Bloom Time:
Early-Late Summer
Soil Requirements:
Average Soil
Fertile Soil

GREAT FOR:

Border plants
Container
Cut flower or foliage
Mass Planting
Long blooming
Easy to grow

TIPS & MAINTENANCE

Leucanthemums require full sun and well-drained soil to be at their best. Winter drainage is especially important; planting in raised beds will help to provide these conditions. Shastas make good perennials for Southern gardens, though partial shade is recommended in the warmest
zones.