Becky Shasta Daisy
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| Plant Information | |
| Common Name | Becky Shasta Daisy |
| Botanical Name | Leucanthemum superbum 'Becky' |
| Description | |
| Plant Type | Perennial |
| Mature Height | 3 to 4 ft |
| Mature Width | 2 to 3 ft |
| Growth Habit | Rounded |
| Bloom Color | White |
| Bloom Interest | Showy |
| Bloom Period | July to September |
| Seasonal Interest | Summer |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Foliage Type | Simple |
| Fall Color | Yellow |
| Attributes | Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Dry Soil, Rabbit Resistant |
| Attracts Butterflies | Yes |
| Attracts Birds | No |
| Care | |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Shade |
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 5 to 9 |
| Zoned for KC Region | Yes |
| Water Preference | Moist,Well-drained |
| Maintenance Level | Low |
| Cost | Moderate |
| Watering Notes | Grown in healthy rich soil, water shasta plants if rainfall is less than 1" per week. In thinner soils, they may wilt and need more frequent watering. Wilting is also a sign of overwatering so be sure of the cause before watering wilted plants. |
| Fertilize Notes | These are heavy feeders. Feed in early spring with a slow release fertilizer. |
| Prune Notes | Deadhead as needed. Cut to low mound when flush is over. |