Crazy Daisy Shasta Daisy
Leucanthemum × superbum ‘Crazy Daisy’Crazy Daisy Shasta Daisy is a whimsical perennial prized for its fully double white blooms, shaggy petals, and long-lasting summer display. Blooming from early to midsummer, it produces large flowers packed with twisted, fringed petals that give each bloom a unique, fluffy appearance. The bright white flowers stand out beautifully against the deep green foliage and bring a cheerful cottage garden charm to the landscape.
Its dense clumps of dark green leaves provide season-long texture and create an attractive backdrop for the abundant blooms. Strong stems help keep the flowers upright, making this variety an excellent choice for borders, pollinator gardens, and cut flower arrangements. The blooms are long-lasting both in the garden and in a vase.
Typically reaching 2 to 3 feet tall and 1.5 to 2 feet wide, Crazy Daisy adds height and texture to perennial plantings without becoming overwhelming. Its prolific flowering habit provides weeks of color during the summer months while attracting beneficial pollinators.
This perennial thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. Once established, it is relatively drought-tolerant and easy to maintain, requiring only occasional deadheading to encourage continued blooming and keep plants looking tidy.
Care Instructions:
Planting: Plant in full sun for the best flowering and strongest stems.
Soil: Prefers fertile, well-drained soil.
Watering: Water regularly during establishment. Water during prolonged dry periods once established.
Fertilizing: Apply compost or a balanced fertilizer in spring.
Pruning: Deadhead spent blooms to encourage additional flowering and cut back foliage after blooming if needed.
Spacing: Space plants 18–24 inches apart for mature growth and airflow.
Maintenance: Divide clumps every few years to maintain vigor and flowering performance.
Its distinctive double flowers, sturdy habit, and reliable performance make Crazy Daisy Shasta Daisy a favorite for cottage gardens, cutting gardens, and sunny borders.
