Product Description
Leucanthemum superbum 'Spun Silk' PP34197 CPBRAF (30)ct Flat
AMAZING DAISIES® Collection
Common Name: Shasta Daisy
Like the beautifully intricate creations of arachnids, 'Spun Silk' brings a wild new look to the classic Shasta Daisy. Narrow petals with fringed edges create the "spider" look, with the 4½" graceful white flowers topping a medium-sized habit. The perfect choice for bringing new and interesting texture to the garden. 'Spun Silk' requires vernalization to bloom; we recommend 6-8 weeks minimum.
Shasta Daisies are all-time favorites for the perennial border. They mix so effortlessly with other perennials that no garden should be without them!
Leucanthemums require full sun and well-drained soil to be at their best. Winter drainage is especially important; planting in raised beds will help to provide these conditions. Shastas make good perennials for Southern gardens, though partial shade is recommended in the warmest zones.
Height: 22.0-24.0 Inches
Spread: 20.0-22.0 Inches
Hardiness Zones: 5,6,7,8,9
Flower Color: White Shades
Foliage Color: Green shades
Full Sun
Low to Average Water Needs
Average to Fertile Soil Quality
Bloomtime: Early to Late Summer
Long Blooming
Attracts Butterflies
Bee Friendly
Growth Rate: Medium to Rapid
Border Plant, Container, Cut Flower, Easy To Grow, Mass Planting
Leucanthemum 'Spun Silk' is a truly captivating Shasta Daisy that brings a touch of whimsy and elegance to gardens. It is a popular choice for its unique, spider-like flowers and long-lasting blooms. Here is a closer look at what makes it so special:
Appearance:
- Flowers: The most striking feature of 'Spun Silk' is its unique flowers. The 3.5-inch blooms are pure white with narrow, slightly twisted petals that have a delicate, fringed appearance, giving them a "spun silk" look. This creates a light and airy texture that sets it apart from other Shasta Daisies.
- Foliage: The plant has a compact, bushy habit with dark green foliage that provides a beautiful contrast to the bright white flowers.
Growing Conditions:
- Light: Prefers full sun (at least 6 hours of direct sunlight) for optimal growth and flowering.
- Soil: Thrives in well-drained soil. While it prefers fertile soil, it can tolerate average garden soil as long as it is not waterlogged.
- Water: Requires moderate watering. While it is drought-tolerant once established, it benefits from regular watering, especially during hot, dry periods.
Characteristics:
- Mature Size: Reaches a height of 22-24 inches with a similar spread, forming a compact and bushy mound.
- Hardiness Zones: Suitable for USDA hardiness zones 5-9, making it adaptable to a wide range of climates.
- Bloom Time: Prolific bloomer throughout the summer, providing continuous color and attracting pollinators like butterflies and bees.
- Growth Habit: Upright and sturdy, with strong stems that hold the flowers well, reducing the need for staking.
Why it is Popular:
- Unique Flower Shape: The delicate, fringed petals give 'Spun Silk' a unique and eye-catching appearance that sets it apart from other Shasta Daisies.
- Long Blooming Season: Provides continuous color throughout the summer months, ensuring a vibrant display for an extended period.
- Compact Habit: Perfect for smaller gardens or containers where space is limited, as well as for mass plantings to create a stunning ground cover.
- Sturdy Stems: The flowers are held on strong, upright stems, reducing the need for staking and making them excellent for cutting gardens.
- Easy Care: 'Spun Silk' is a relatively low-maintenance plant that is easy to grow, even for beginner gardeners.
Uses:
- Borders: Adds a cheerful and colorful touch to garden borders, providing a long-lasting display of blooms.
- Containers: Ideal for container gardening, where its compact size and unique flowers can be enjoyed on patios, balconies, or decks.
- Mass Plantings: Creates a stunning ground cover when planted in groups, providing a sea of white and attracting pollinators.
- Cut Flower Gardens: The sturdy stems and long-lasting flowers make it an excellent choice for cut flower gardens, allowing you to bring the beauty indoors.
Additional Information:
- 'Spun Silk' is part of the Amazing Daisies® series, known for their unique flower forms and long blooming periods.
- Deadheading spent flowers encourages continuous blooming and prevents self-seeding, helping to maintain a tidy appearance.
- Dividing clumps every 2-3 years helps to maintain vigor and prevent overcrowding, ensuring healthy growth and abundant blooms.
Overall, Leucanthemum 'Spun Silk' is a delightful and versatile Shasta Daisy that offers a unique and elegant twist on the classic daisy form. Its delicate, fringed petals, long blooming season, and easy-care nature make it a valuable addition to any sunny garden, bringing joy and color throughout the summer months.
Thirty (30) plants per flat (or tray). Approximate Plug Measurements: 3 inches deep x 2 inches wide.
Other Details
The most important part of the plant is its root system. Healthy roots are the foundation of a healthy, vibrant plant. The type of plug container used is based on the specific needs of the plants. Perennials offered as bare root traditionally perform better when planted as bare root.Planted in a specialized mix, potted plants have well established root systems. Top growth stage will vary depending on the current life cycle and time of year when shipped. In Winter and early Spring dormant plants may be shipped. Dormant plants may be planted right away, even before the last frost date.
Most bare root varieties are field grown for at least one season, though Hemerocallis and Hosta are grown for two seasons. The bulk of the soil is removed during the harvesting process and the tops of most varieties are trimmed back to the crown. They are graded, packed in shredded aspen or sphagnum moss and stored in freezers until ready to be shipped.
See our Container Sizes and Bare Root Perennials pages for more information.
Plant information and care is provided in the Overview section, Plant Genus Page and general information is provided in the Planting Care & Guides. Additional questions can be asked on each Plant page.
Plant Spacing: Using the maximum mature spread or width of a plant to guide spacing, ensures space to grow to full size. To fill an area sooner, plant them closer together. Just remember, future thinning or transplanting may be needed.
Water: Keep a close eye on newly planted perennials, especially throughout the first growing year. Most early plant loss is due to too much or too little water!
