Becky Shasta Daisy

Tags: Daisy
Chrysanthemum x superbum 'Becky'

Large, classic, white, single blooms with yellow centers on a lush mound of coarse, leathery, green foliage. A wonderful, long-lasting cut flower. The sturdy flowers remain attractive even after a hard rain. Excellent in sunny borders and in containers for patio or landscape accents. 2003 Perennial Plant of the Year. An herbaceous perennial.

Category:
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Mature Size:
1 ft. tall, 2 ft. wide
Cold Hardiness Zone:
4-9
Growth Rate:
Fast
Foliage Color:
Green
Flower Color:
White
Bloom Period:
Summer to Fall
Water Requirements:
Moderate, Water regularly - weekly, or more often in extreme heat or containers.

Care Instructions

Provide average, well-drained soil; will not thrive in soggy soils. Water deeply, regularly during first growing season to establish extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates mild to moderate drought. Remove spent blooms to encourage continuous bloom. For a tidy appearance, remove old foliage before new leaves emerge.