White Mountain Shasta Daisy Leucanthemum x superbum 'White Mountain'
Leucanthemum x superbum 'White Mountain' is a cultivar of the popular Shasta daisy, which is a perennial herbaceous plant. Here are some of its characteristics:
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Size: It typically grows to a height of 2 to 3 feet (60 to 90 cm) and a width of 1.5 to 2 feet (45 to 60 cm).
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Foliage: The plant has dark green, lance-shaped leaves that are about 3 to 6 inches (7 to 15 cm) long and 0.5 to 1 inch (1.5 to 2.5 cm) wide. The leaves are toothed or slightly lobed.
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Flowers: Leucanthemum x superbum 'White Mountain' produces large, daisy-like flowers with white petals and yellow centers. The flowers are about 2 to 3 inches (5 to 7.5 cm) in diameter and bloom from mid to late summer.
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Growth habit: This plant has an upright, clumping growth habit.
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Light requirements: It prefers full sun but can tolerate some shade.
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Soil requirements: It prefers well-draining soils that are rich in organic matter.
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Water requirements: It requires regular watering to keep the soil moist.
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Cold hardiness: This plant is hardy to USDA zones 5 to 9.
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Uses: Leucanthemum x superbum 'White Mountain' is commonly used in borders, cottage gardens, and wildflower gardens. It can also be used as a cut flower.
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Maintenance: It is a low-maintenance plant that requires deadheading to promote continuous blooming and division every 2 to 3 years to maintain vigor.