Leucanthemum x superbum 'Sonnenschein'
Also Known As
- Chrysanthemum maximum 'Sonnenschein'
- Chrysanthemum x superbum 'Sonnenschein'
- Sonnenschein Shasta Daisy
- Sunshine Shasta Daisy
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 2'-3'
- W: 2'-3'
planting zones
- 5a-9b
Leucanthemum x superbum 'Sonnenschein' plant details
Leucanthemum x superbum 'Sonnenschein' is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer cream and yellow flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and even moisture - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in average and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Leucanthemum x superbum 'Sonnenschein'
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: asteraceae
- Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
- Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
- Flowers: cream and yellow blooms in spring and summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Leucanthemum x superbum 'Sonnenschein'
- USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: even moisture - low
- Resistant to: deer and rabbit
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Zephs
Gardening facts about Leucanthemum x superbum 'Sonnenschein' plant
How to Grow Leucanthemum x superbum 'Sonnenschein'
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- even moisture - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in winter
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- cream
- yellow
Wildlife
- butterflies
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
- semi-evergreen
Landscape groups by tags
See other plant types of Leucanthemum for your garden
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 '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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