Leucanthemum 'Snowcap' is a shasta daisy cultivar known for its tidy growth habit and profusion of bright white flowers with yellow centers. Its smaller size makes it ideal for borders, edging, and container gardens while still delivering classic daisy charm.
Height & Spread: 12 - 15 in x 12 - 18 in
Bloom Time: Early to mid summer
Light Requirements: Full sun
Soil Preference: Prefers well drained soil with average fertility
Watering Needs: Moderate; consistent watering promotes flowering and compact growth
Deer Resistance: Moderate
Native Status
Not native to North America. This cultivar is derived from European species and adapted for use in ornamental landscapes worldwide.
Wildlife & Insects
Butterflies
- Attracts Painted Ladies, Skippers, and Clouded Sulphurs with its accessible nectar rich blooms.
Bees
- Visited by honeybees, sweat bees, and native bumblebees for pollen and nectar throughout its bloom period.
Beneficial Insects
- Draws pollinating flies and parasitic wasps that help control aphid and caterpillar populations nearby.
Spacing & Landscape Use
Spacing Recommendations
- Space 12 - 18 in apart to maintain airflow and allow for mature spread without overlap.
Landscape Placement
- Excellent for the front of borders, along pathways, or in mixed containers where its neat form and crisp flowers offer long seasonal interest.
Companion Plants
- Coreopsis verticillata 'Moonbeam' (Threadleaf Coreopsis) - Soft yellow blooms and fine texture pair well with the clean white of Snowcap.
- Salvia nemorosa 'Caradonna' (Woodland Sage) - Spikes of deep purple flowers provide vertical contrast and attract pollinators.
- Lavandula angustifolia 'Hidcote' (English Lavender) - Silvery foliage and fragrance add sensory interest alongside tidy daisy clumps.
- Nepeta faassenii 'Walker’s Low' (Catmint) - Lavender blue flowers and sprawling form offer a soft, complementary base.
- Achillea millefolium 'Little Moonshine' (Yarrow) - Compact yellow flowers echo summer brightness and attract beneficial insects.