Daisy, Shasta (1/4 lb)

Shasta Daisy "Alaska" (Chrysanthemum maximum) is an open-pollinated perennial with classic white, 5" daisy flowers on long, erect stems. Easy to grow, long-lived, and tolerant of both drought and deer, it is a staple of cut-flower and perennial gardens. This 1/4 lb size covers roughly 1,000 square feet.

At a glance

• Variety: Shasta Daisy "Alaska" (Chrysanthemum maximum)
• Type: Perennial, open-pollinated, non-GMO
• Days to germinate: 15-30 days
• Sun: Partial sun
• Spacing: Thin to 1' apart
• Planting depth: 1/16"
• Height at maturity: 2' to 4'
• Hardiness: USDA Zones 3-9
• Coverage: 1/4 lb per 1,000 sq ft (about 85,049 seeds)

Best for

• Perennial borders and cottage gardens
• Cut-flower beds
• Drought-prone and deer-frequented sites
• Butterfly and pollinator gardens
• Gardeners wanting a reliable, long-lived classic

How to grow

Sow in fall or spring at 1/16" deep, using about 1/4 lb per 1,000 square feet. Germination takes 15-30 days. Thin to 1' apart once plants reach 2" tall. Grow in partial sun with moderate water. Plants reach 2' to 4' and bloom the second summer after planting, sometimes re-blooming in late summer if deadheaded.

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