Shasta Daisy is a classic, beloved perennial known for its cheerful white daisy-like flowers with bright yellow centres and dark green, glossy foliage. Blooming from early summer into fall, this hardy plant brings long-lasting, easy-care colour to borders, cottage gardens, meadows, and pollinator-friendly landscapes.
With a tidy clumping habit and dependable flowering performance, Shasta Daisy is a favourite choice for gardeners seeking reliable perennial structure and timeless beauty.
Planting Instructions
Cold Stratification:
Mix seeds with slightly damp sand or vermiculite
Refrigerate for 3–4 weeks
Alternatively, sow outdoors in fall for natural stratification
Indoor Sowing:
Start seeds 8–10 weeks before last frost
Surface sow or cover very lightly with soil (light helps germination)
Keep soil evenly moist
Germination: 14–28 days
Transplant outdoors after danger of frost
Direct Sowing Outdoors:
Sow in fall or early spring
Press seeds into soil surface
Keep consistently moist until seedlings establish
Care Tips
Sun: Full sun for best flowering
Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil
Water: Moderate; do not let soil become waterlogged
Spacing: 18–24 inches apart
Height: 24–36 inches (varies by cultivar)
Bloom Time: Early summer to early fall
Maintenance: Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous bloom; divide every 2–3 years to maintain vigour
Hardiness: Cold hardy perennial (Zones 4–8)
Shasta Daisy delivers long-lasting white flowers and easy-going care, making it a must-have perennial for gardeners looking for timeless charm and extended summer blooms.
