Shasta daisies are garden classics for a reason. Their crisp white petals and sunny yellow centers bring instant cheer to borders, cutting gardens, and cottage-style beds. Standing tall on sturdy stems, they bloom generously through summer—especially when flowers are cut regularly or spent blooms are removed.
These are dependable, hardworking perennials that return stronger each year with minimal care. Shasta daisies prefer soil that holds some moisture while still draining well, and they respond beautifully to occasional dividing, staying full, healthy, and floriferous.
Whether grown for bouquets, pollinators, or simple garden beauty, Shasta daisies are timeless plants that fit naturally into almost any sunny landscape. They are a staple in our cottage garden plantings.
WHY GARDENERS LOVE IT
- Classic white daisy flowers
- Excellent cut flower performance
- Long summer bloom season
- Easy, dependable growth
- Attracts bees and pollinators
- Works in many garden styles
HOW IT GROWS
- Plant type: Herbaceous perennial
- Sun: Full sun (tolerates part shade in very hot climates)
- Soil: Moist, well-drained soil
- Water: Moderate
- Hardiness: Widely adaptable
- Growth habit: Upright, clumping
SIZE & BLOOM
- Height × Width: ~2–4 ft. × 2 ft.
- Flower color: White petals with yellow centers
- Bloom time: Summer
- Form: Tall stems with large, open flowers
PLANTING TIPS
- Plant in open, sunny locations
- Improve soil with compost before planting
- Allow space for clump expansion
- Avoid soggy, compacted soils
- Great choice for raised beds
CARE MADE EASY
- Deadhead or cut often to extend bloom
- Divide clumps every 2–3 years (spring or fall)
- Feed lightly in spring before flowering
- Remove old stems in late fall or early spring
- Water during extended heat
CUT FLOWER & GARDEN VALUE
- Long-lasting in bouquets
- Excellent for fresh arrangements
- Reliable pollinator plant
- Strong summer focal point
- Pairs well with salvias, lavender, and grasses
A favorite in our Cut Flower Collection for fresh bouquets.
BEST USES
- Cut flower gardens
- Cottage gardens
- Mixed borders
- Pollinator plantings
- Classic perennial beds
Also featured in our Pollinator-Friendly Plants collection.
HOW TO KNOW IT’S RIGHT FOR YOU
Choose Shasta daisies if you:
- Love classic white flowers
- Want easy, reliable cut blooms
- Prefer low-maintenance perennials
- Garden in full sun
- Enjoy traditional garden styles
GOOD COMPANIONS
Shasta daisies look especially beautiful planted alongside lavender, salvias, yarrow, and coreopsis.
