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Common name: Shasta daisy

Size, form, texture:  hybrid between two species, long flowering perennial plant, stiff upright stems, clumping, height 3-4 ft, spread 2-3 ft.

Hardiness, origin, native ecology: Z 5-9, hardy, very tough plant, best in full sun but tolerates part shade, plant doesn’t produce viable seed. Low to medium water use. Prefers well drained soil and can remove spent flower heads to encourage longer bloom.

Bud, foliage, flower and fruit characteristics: small dark green leaves with distinct daisy flower on tall upright stem, bad scent to flower, long blooming from July to September.

Cultural and maintenance requirements and appropriate uses in the landscape: Good border plant due to long flowering period, not good cut flower due to scent, cheerful and classic, would look nice with ferns in border, blooms into fall, low maintenance and hardy in border along a well used path.