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Leucanthemum x superbum White Magic

Scientific Name : Leucanthemum x superbum

Common Name : Shasta Daisy

Hardiness Zone : 5b - 9b

Hardiness Degree : -10°F (-23°C)

Blooming Season : Spring, Late Spring, Summer, Late Summer

Plant Habit : Upright

Characteristics : Attracts Bees, Attracts Butterflies, Frost Tolerant

Water : Medium

Fertilizer : Once a month

Spacing : 24 - 26" (61 - 66cm)

Height : 20 - 24" (51 - 61cm)

Width : 18 - 24" (46 - 61cm)

Exposure : Sun

General Information : A standout in the garden for its large, clean white flowers and extra-long blooming time — much longer than other Leucanthemum.

Idea & Tips : Prefers full-sun locations with good air circulation.
Water when plants show signs of wilt.
Remove dead flowers.

Grower Information : Large, semi-double, white flowers have a very long blooming season.

Bred and selected for an extended flowering window.
No deadheading is required for reblooming.

'White Magic'

Protection Information : PP29,737

(Flowering Only License)

Breeder : Darwin Perennials

Propagation Guide
- Media EC/pH:
  
  EC 0.80 mmhos/pH 5.8-6.4
  
  Soil Temperature:
  
  68-74°F (20-23°C)
  
  Rooting Hormone:
  
  500 ppm IBA
  
  Mist:
  
  Low to moderate
  
  Fertilization:
  
  75-100 ppm N starting at Day 7
  
  Pinching:
  
  Pinch while young plants are soft and actively growing.
  
  Transplanting:
  
  35-42 days after sticking
  
  Comments:
  
  Pinch any premature buds as they become visible.
Finishing Guide
- Media pH:
  
  5.8-6.2
  
  Temperature:
  
  55 to 65°F (13 to 18°C)
  
  Light Level (fc):
  
  5,000 to 8,000
  
  Vernalization:
  
  No
  
  Daylength:
  
  Long day facultative
  
  Watering:
  
  Moderate; more required when in flower.
  
  Fertilization:
  
  Use a balanced fertilizer at a rate of 150 to 200 ppm N.
  
  Pinch After Transplant:
  
  Typically not required
  
  Plant Growth Regulators:
  
  B-Nine/Cycocel at 1,800/800 will reduce plant height
  
  Pests and Fungal Diseases:
  
  Watch for aphids when in bud.
Crop Scheduling
- 1–qt. (10–cm) pot, 1 plant per pot:
  
  Not recommended
  
  1–gal. (15–cm) pot, 1 plant per pot:
  
  Rooted: 8-10 wks
  
  2 to 3–gal. (25 to 30–cm) pot, 3 plants per pot:
  
  Rooted: 10-12 wks
  
  Bloom Months:
  
  May to August

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