Leucanthemum X Superbum "Daisy Mae Daisy Duke" 2Liter

Leucanthemum x superbum ‘Daisy Mae Daisy Duke’

Botanical Name

Leucanthemum x superbum ‘Daisy Mae Daisy Duke’

Common Names

• Shasta Daisy
• Daisy Mae
• Garden Daisy

Product Description

Leucanthemum x superbum ‘Daisy Mae Daisy Duke’ is a stunning, long-flowering perennial admired for its classic large white daisy blooms with bright yellow centres. Its compact, bushy growth habit makes it ideal for borders, garden beds, cottage gardens, and container displays. This cultivar is easy to grow, low-maintenance, and attracts pollinators, including bees and butterflies, making it perfect for adding year-round charm and colour to South African gardens.

Size When Fully Grown

• Height: ± 60–90 cm
• Spread: ± 45–60 cm
• Growth habit: Upright, bushy, perennial

Best Growing Conditions

• Light: Full sun
  • At least 6 hours of sunlight daily for optimum flowering.
• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil
  • Performs best in loamy or sandy soils; avoid waterlogged areas.
• Watering: Moderate
  • Water regularly during dry spells; drought-tolerant once established.
• Climate:
  • Suited to most South African regions
  • Hardy in temperate and subtropical gardens; provide frost protection for young plants.
• Maintenance: Low to moderate
  • Deadhead spent flowers to prolong blooming
  • Trim lightly after flowering to maintain compact, bushy habit

Best Planting Season & Growth Cycle (South Africa)

• Best Time to Plant: Spring
• Active Growing Season: Spring through autumn
• Flowering Season: Summer to autumn
• Seasonal Notes:
  • Semi-evergreen to evergreen depending on climate
  • Excellent for creating bright, cheerful borders, container displays, and pollinator-friendly gardens
  • Perfect for adding classic daisy charm to cottage-style and formal gardens