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Leucanthemum x superbum 'Esther Read'
Also Known As
- Chrysanthemum maximum
- Chrysanthemum superbum
- Leucanthemum x superbum 'Esther Reed'
- Double Shasta Daisy
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 18"-24"
- W: 18"-24"
planting zones
- 5a-10b
Leucanthemum x superbum 'Esther Read' plant details
Leucanthemum x superbum 'Esther Read' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer white flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Leucanthemum x superbum 'Esther Read'
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: asteraceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 18 IN - 24 IN - wide, 18 IN - 24 IN - tall
- Flowers: white blooms in fall and summer
- Uses: cutting garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for Leucanthemum x superbum 'Esther Read'
- USDA Zones: 5a - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
- Resistant to: deer
- Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained
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How to Grow Leucanthemum x superbum 'Esther Read'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- fall
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Landscape groups by tags
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aka Leucanthemum Victorian Secret', Victorian Secret Dwarf shasta daisy
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
5a-9a
Size
Height: 1'-2'
Width: 1'-2'
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - moderate
aka Chrysanthemum nipponicum, Leucanthemum nipponicum, Montauk Daisy, Nippon Daisy
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
6a-9b
Size
Height: 10"-36"
Width: 18"-36"
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
aka Chrysanthemum 'Becky', Chrysanthemum x superbum 'Becky', Leucanthemum 'Becky', Leucanthemum maximum 'Becky', Leucanthemum superbum 'Becky', Becky Shasta Daisy, Shasta Daisy
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
5a-10b
Size
Height: 3'-4'
Width: 2'-3'
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - drought tolerant
aka Bridal Bouquet Dwarf Shasta Daisy
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
5a-8b
Size
Height: 10"
Width: 18"
- sun
- regular - occasional
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