Common Name: Becky Shasta Daisy
Family: Asteraceae
Plant Type: Herbaceous Perennial
Hardiness Zones: 4–9
Height: 3.0 to 4.0 feet
Spread: 1.5 to 2.0 feet
Bloom Time: June to August (often reblooms into early fall)
Bloom Description: Classic white petals with bright yellow centers (single daisy form)
Sun Exposure: Full sun
Water Needs: Medium
Soil Preference: Well-drained; tolerates loam, clay-loam, and light sandy soils
Maintenance Level: Low to medium
Suggested Use: Borders, pollinator gardens, cut flower beds
Attracts: Butterflies, pollinators
Tolerates: Heat, humidity, deer
Notable Features: Long bloom period, excellent cut flower, upright habit, reliable garden performance
Native Range:
Leucanthemum × superbum is a hybrid species, originally bred in the U.S. from European daisies (Leucanthemum lacustre, L. maximum, and others).
Nebraska Growing Notes:
‘Becky’ is exceptionally well-suited for Nebraska gardens, offering tall, sturdy stems that resist flopping even in summer storms. Prefers full sun and well-drained soils, but tolerates heavier clay if not overly wet. Deadheading encourages rebloom and extends its flowering season well into late summer.
Landscape Use:
Perfect for sunny borders, cottage gardens, pollinator patches, or as a backdrop plant in mixed beds. Excellent in floral arrangements due to long-lasting blooms.
Caution:
Avoid overwatering or poorly drained sites to reduce the risk of root rot. Divide clumps every few years to maintain vigor.
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