Shasta DaisyCommon Name: Shasta Daisy Scientific Name: Chrysanthemum maximum USDA Hardiness Zones: 4 to 10 Approximate number of seeds per kilogram (pound) : 959,200 (436,000) Sun: full sun or partial shade Water: keep soil moderately moist during germination, do not overwater Soil: cover with 1/16 inch of soil, use rich, well-drained soil Temperature: 21 degrees Celsius (70 degrees Fahrenheit) Spacing: 5 to 6 pounds per acre for a meadow, or 18 to 24 inches Germination Time: two to four weeks The Shasta Daisy is a hybrid created by Luther Burbank. Shasta Daisies make an excellent plant for bordering areas or as a groundcover and are perennials. Shasta daisies have a long bloom period, make excellent cut flowers and can last over a week in flower arrangements. Shasta Daisies typically bloom in June and July, but will continue to bloom into August if spent flowers are removed.
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