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Leucanthemum x superbum 'Snowcap'

Snowcap Shasta Daisy

Leucanthemum × superbum ‘Snowcap’ (Dwarf Shasta Daisy) is a compact perennial with a dense, mounded to clumping habit, featuring dark green foliage and abundant bright white daisy flowers with golden-yellow centers that bloom from early to mid-summer. Its shorter stature and tidy form make it ideal for front-of-border plantings and smaller garden spaces.

Type: Perennial
Mature Size: 12–18" W × 12–18" H
USDA Zones: 5a–9b
Form: Compact, mounded to clumping

Light: Full sun
Soil / Water: Well-drained, average soils; moderate water, tolerates short dry periods once established
Bloom Time / Length: Early to mid-summer; long-lasting (4–6 weeks)

Wildlife: Bees, butterflies

Features & Landscape Uses:
Excellent for borders, edging, containers, and mass plantings. Its compact size makes it perfect for smaller spaces and the front of perennial beds. Great for fresh cut flowers and bright summer color.

Care:
Deadhead regularly to prolong bloom and keep plants tidy. Divide every few years to maintain vigor. Avoid poorly drained soils, especially in winter.

Plant type
Perennial
Height
12-18''
Width
12-18"
Hardiness zones
5–9
Sunlight
Full Sun
Growth rate
Fast
Bloom time
Early Summer, Mid Summer
Flower color
White
Leaf color
Dark Green
Fall color
Dark Green
Attracts
Bees, Butterflies
Soil
Average, Well Drained
Shape
Clumping, Compact, Mounded
Fragrant
Yes
Drought tolerant
No