Go Back Shasta Daisy Sunny Side Up

Posted: May 7, 2019 at 3:56 PM
Leucanthemum x superbum 'Sunny Side Up'
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    Plant Type: Perennials

    'Sunny Side Up' is a compact Shasta daisy cultivar that typically grows 15-20" tall with an upward, branching habit. It is noted for its large semi-double blooms (to 3" diameter) with white rays and yellow center disks. Multiple flowers per stem. Blooms most of the summer. Excellent and long-lasting fresh cut flower.

    Currently not available for online purchase.

    Growing & Maintenance Tips:

    Easily grown in average, dry to medium, well-drained soils in full sun. Good drainage is essential. Wet soils in winter can be fatal. Tolerates some light shade, particularly in hot summer climates. Remove spent flower heads to promote additional bloom. Divide clumps as needed (every 2-3 years) to maintain vigor. Plants are somewhat short-lived. Consider cutting stems back to basal leaves after flowering to preserve plant energies and perhaps prolong plant life. 'Sunny Side Up' does not come true from seed.

    Flower Color

    White with yellow centers

    Foliage Color

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    Plant Spread

    6-12 in.

    Good Companions

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    Plant Height

    15-20 in.

    Scape Height

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    Hardness Zone

    4-9

    Soil Moisture

    Low to average water needs

    Characteristics & Attributes

    Attributes

    Perennial Border, Cut flower , Rock Garden

    Bloom Time

    June-August

    Critter Resistance

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    Exposure

    Full sun

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