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Leucanthemum superbum Polaris - Shasta Daisy

Leucanthemum x superbum Polaris
Shasta Daisy

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A good start but it will be much better next year.

Françoise, 08/10/2024

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An improved variety of the common daisy. Early and very floriferous, it also bears larger flowers of 10-12 cm (4-5in) while retaining the qualities of the wild species. It is a great classic, timeless, easy to grow and very hardy. It is perfect in wild spaces, in flower beds as well as in bouquets. For sun or partial shade, its flowers last a long time in bouquets and in flower beds. A plant resistant to diseases.
Flower size
10 cm
Height at maturity
1 m
Spread at maturity
50 cm
Exposure
Sun, Partial shade
Hardiness
Hardy down to -29°C
Soil moisture
Moist soil
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Best planting time March, October
Recommended planting time March to May, September to November
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Description

Leucanthemum 'Polaris' is a variety of summer daisy that reaches 1 m (3ft) in height. Its sturdy stems bear very wide flower heads measuring 10 to 12 cm (4 to 5in) in diameter.  The white ligules surround the golden yellow tubular flowers. This beautiful perennial blooms all summer in moist soil. It is also a variety that is more resistant to diseases, easy to grow in sun or partial shade. Its flowers last a long time in bouquets and in borders. 

The genus Leucanthemum, sometimes called Chrysanthemum, belongs to the Asteraceae family. Native to Europe and temperate Asia, the daisy is a well-known herbaceous perennial. Very common in its natural state, this plant grows in clumps about 75 cm (30in) tall and 60 cm (24in) wide. It has cheerful flowers in flower heads with white petals surrounding a yellow centre composed of small sessile flowers. Its leaves are green, ovate with unevenly lobed lamina.

'Polaris' is a recently obtained horticultural hybrid from Leucanthemum x superbum, the well-known large daisy. It forms a robust clump in spring that is taller than it is wide, measuring about 100 cm (39in) in height and spreading 75 cm (30in) wide, with a moderately fast growth. Luxuriant in summer, it almost disappears completely in winter, with only a few basal leaf rosettes remaining at ground level. The flowering takes place from June to August if faded flowers are regularly removed. It takes the form of large solitary flower heads measuring 10 to 12 cm (4 to 5in) in diameter, with fine white ligules, assembled in a well-filled crown around the central disc which is golden yellow in colour. The flower stems are particularly sturdy and perfect for cutting. The leaves are dark green, simple and alternate with a regularly toothed margin. The plant reaches full maturity in five years.

 

It is perfectly hardy, at least down to -15°C (5°F). It is a very easy plant to grow, undemanding and can tolerate dry to moist soil and exposure to sun or partial shade. Maintenance is minimal and consists of removing faded flowers and cutting back the clump in autumn.

 

This summer daisy, which is very suitable for creating bouquets, will be perfect in borders or in a wildflower meadow, for example under fruit trees or at the back of the gardenYou can plant it with Achillea millefolium, Lunaria rediviva, Deschampsia cespitosa and Pennisetums to create a modern and natural border. You can also combine it with cosmos, peonies, lupins, grasses, and perennial geraniums like Orion or with large bellflowers. Easily create a beautiful scene by sowing annual centaureas and poppies near this lovely variety with very large flowers.

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Leucanthemum superbum Polaris - Shasta Daisy (Plant habit) Plant habit

Flowering

Flower colour white
Flowering time June to August
Inflorescence Flower head
Flower size 10 cm
Bee-friendly Attracts pollinators
Good for cut flowers Cut flower blooms

Foliage

Foliage persistence Deciduous
Foliage colour dark green

Plant habit

Height at maturity 1 m
Spread at maturity 50 cm
Growth rate normal

Botanical data

Genus

Leucanthemum

Species

x superbum

Cultivar

Polaris

Family

Asteraceae

Other common names

Shasta Daisy

Origin

Cultivar or hybrid

Product reference887061

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Planting and care

Plant Leucanthemum 'Polaris' in deep, loose, moist, or occasionally dry soil, which is not too rich and well-drained. This plant tolerates limestone perfectly. It thrives in a sunny, or at most partially shaded position. It can withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F). Regularly remove faded flowers and remove dead foliage in spring. This daisy may be attacked by aphids, snails, nematodes and may develop foliar spots.

  

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Planting period

Best planting time March, October
Recommended planting time March to May, September to November

Intended location

Suitable for Meadow
Type of use Border, Back of border
Hardiness Hardy down to -29°C (USDA zone 5) Show map
Ease of cultivation Beginner
Planting density 5 per m2
Exposure Sun, Partial shade
Soil pH Any
Soil type Clayey (heavy), Clayey-chalky (heavy and alkaline), Silty-loamy (rich and light)
Soil moisture Moist soil, Deep, flexible, well-drained

Care

Pruning instructions To maintain a compact habit, the stems can be pruned back in spring to 30 cm (12in), this will encourage the plant to branch out. A second prune in the summer will result in a greater number of small flowers.
Pruning Pruning recommended once a year
Pruning time March to April, July
Disease resistance Very good
Overwinter Can be left in the ground
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