Shasta Daisy 'Alaska' is a classic perennial wildflower prized for its brilliant white petals, golden-yellow centers, and exceptionally long blooming season. A member of the Asteraceae family, this beloved garden favorite produces large daisy-like flowers that brighten landscapes from early summer through fall. Its cheerful blooms and dependable performance have made it one of the most popular perennial flowers for home gardens and ornamental plantings.
The large flowers create a striking display in borders, flower beds, cottage gardens, and pollinator plantings. Shasta Daisy 'Alaska' is highly attractive to bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinators, helping support a healthy garden ecosystem. The sturdy stems and long-lasting blooms also make outstanding cut flowers for fresh floral arrangements and bouquets.
This hardy perennial thrives in full sun and performs best in fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter. Adapted to USDA Hardiness Zones 4 through 9, Shasta Daisy 'Alaska' is easy to grow and requires relatively little maintenance once established. Regular watering during the growing season and the removal of spent blooms help encourage continuous flowering and vigorous plant growth.
Beautiful, resilient, and easy to cultivate, Shasta Daisy 'Alaska' remains one of the finest perennial flowers for gardeners seeking dependable blooms, pollinator attraction, and long-lasting beauty throughout the growing season.
Shasta Daisy 'Alaska' Seed Details
- Quantity: 150 Seeds
- Plant Type: Heirloom Perennial Flower
- Family: Asteraceae
- Scientific Name: Leucanthemum × superbum
- Flower Appearance: Large White Petals with Bright Yellow Centers
- Bloom Season: Early Summer Through Fall
- Best Uses: Borders, Flower Beds, Pollinator Gardens, Cut Flowers, Cottage Gardens
- Seed Planting Depth: Surface Sow or Lightly Cover
- Germination Temperature: 65-75°F
- Days to Germination: 10-20 Days
- Plant Spacing: 12-18 Inches
- Mature Height: 24-36 Inches
- Sun Requirements: Full Sun to Partial Shade
- USDA Zones: 4-9
- Special Features: Long Blooming Season, Pollinator Friendly, Excellent Cut Flower, Easy to Grow
How to Save Seeds
Shasta Daisies are insect-pollinated and may cross with other nearby daisy varieties. To maintain varietal purity, isolate flowering plants whenever possible and select seed from healthy plants displaying desirable characteristics.
Allow the flowers to remain on the plant after blooming. As the petals fade and drop, the flower heads will gradually dry and begin producing mature seeds within the central disk.
Once the flower heads have turned brown and become completely dry, cut them from the plant and place them in a paper bag or on a clean surface. Gently break apart the dried flower heads to release the seeds.
Separate the seeds from the chaff and allow them to dry thoroughly before storage. Store fully dried seeds in a cool, dry location for future planting and continued enjoyment in the garden.
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Wow, strong plants
Gorgeous blooms, Plants are little slow to get going, but once they start blooming....WOW, strong plants! Very happy with their vigor and beauty.