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Asteraceae
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Marguerite 'Sweet Daisy Jane'
Leucanthemum superbum
Marguerite 'Sweet Daisy Jane': 40 cm high and 30 cm spread, full sun exposure. White, yellow flowers in June-August. Zone 4; choose soil compatible with its moisture needs.
- Exposure
- Sun
- Life cycle
- Hardy perennial
- Hardiness
- Zone 4
Discover the plant
Common nameMarguerite 'Sweet Daisy Jane'
FamilyAsteraceae
GenusShasta daisy
Speciessuperb
CultivarSweet Daisy Jane
TypeHardy perennial
Botanical nameLeucanthemum superbum
Leucanthemum superbum ‘Sweet Daisy Jane’, known in the garden as 'Sweet Daisy Jane' Daisy, combines white and yellow blooms with a volume that is easy to place in a composition. Among its distinctive details: double flowers. The foliage has green hues, to be highlighted among different textures. The usual flowering period is June-August. Its size of 40 cm by 30 cm reserves it a place in the middle of flowerbeds and group plantings, without forgetting the space of its neighbors.
Soil choice is essential for 'Sweet Daisy Jane' Daisy: drained garden soil, maintaining moderate humidity during establishment. The preferred exposure is sun. Accompany the rooting of 'Sweet Daisy Jane' Daisy with deep watering, then check the humidity before watering again. Adjust the frequency to rain and heat; avoid small daily waterings on already moist soil. A margin corresponding to its spread of 30 cm avoids having to move the clump in the first few seasons. The indicated hardiness level is zone 4, to be assessed according to your garden conditions.
Over the seasons, 'Sweet Daisy Jane' Daisy benefits from timely care: remove faded flower heads and monitor the center of the clump, which may require division when it becomes bare. Daisies flower best in well-drained soil; excessive fertilization can make the stems less firm. For combinations, consider bellflowers, coneflowers, perennial geraniums in varieties with similar needs. The flowering (June-August) and the spread of 30 cm will serve as benchmarks for distributing other plants around this plant.
Planting guide
From planting to establishment.
Spacing / density
30 cm
Best planting time
Spring after the thaw or early autumn, allowing the roots to settle before the severe cold.
Propagation
Division of clumps. Sowing does not guarantee the fidelity of a named cultivar.
Growing method
Marguerite ‘Sweet Daisy Jane’: Spring after the thaw or early fall, allowing time for the roots to establish before the severe cold. Support the establishment of Marguerite ‘Sweet Daisy Jane’ with deep watering, then check the moisture before watering again. Adjust frequency based on rain and heat; avoid small daily waterings on soil that is already moist. Marguerites flower best in well-drained soil; excessive fertilization can make stems less firm.
Soil and care
The right care,at the right time.
Soil pH
Acid to neutral; general indication of botanical group
Care level
Routine maintenance
Watering
Accompany the establishment of Marguerite 'Sweet Daisy Jane' with deep waterings, then check the moisture before watering again. Adjust the frequency according to rain and heat; avoid small daily waterings on soil that is already moist.
Soil type
Drained garden soil, retaining moderate moisture during installation
Fertilization
Fertilizer for flowering
Moisture
Moderate humidity; water according to the actual state of the root ball
Seasonal care
Marguerite ‘Sweet Daisy Jane’: remove faded flowerheads and monitor the center of the clump, which may need dividing when it becomes sparse. During its flowering period (June–August), also look out for damaged stems and nearby plants that could obscure the clump.
Container growing
A garden,within reach.
Recommended pot size
Stable and perforated container, significantly wider than the root ball; size to be adapted to the format sold and to the adult development.
To try growing 'Sweet Daisy Jane' marguerite in a pot, choose a stable container with drainage holes that is suitable for the root ball and its future size (30 cm). Water should drain freely after each watering; check the root ball more often than you would for plants in the ground. Plan to protect the container in winter depending on your climate.
Bloom and dimensions
Its place,in your garden.
Mature height
16 inches (40.5 cm)
Width / spread
12 inches (30.5 cm)
Flower color
White
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Lapsed
Growth rate
Moderate
Growth habit
Erected
Fragrance
Undocumented for this selection
Bloom period
June-August
Garden associations
In goodcompany.
Companion plants
Companion plants for Marguerite 'Sweet Daisy Jane': bellflowers, echinaceas, perennial geraniums. Choose varieties that tolerate sun and similar humidity; allow each clump its adult space.
Plants to avoid
Around Marguerite 'Sweet Daisy Jane', above all avoid neighbours that would cover her leaves or strongly compete with her root ball. Compatibility of light, water and spread takes precedence over a list of so-called enemy plants.
Frequently asked questions
Your questions,answered.
Where to plant Marguerite 'Sweet Daisy Jane'?
Provide sun and suitable soil (drained garden soil that retains moderate moisture during planting). Daisies bloom best in well-drained soil; excessive fertilization can make stems less firm.
Where should I plant 'Sweet Daisy Jane'?
Expect a height of around 40 cm and a width of 30 cm at maturity. Approximately 30 cm between centers, to be adjusted according to the actual development of the clump. This size is suitable for use in the middle of a flowerbed and group plantings.
When does ‘Sweet Daisy Jane’ Marguerite bloom?
The indicated period is June-August. The flower color is white, yellow. The exact date and duration depend on the climate, season and plant establishment.
How to water and care for Marguerite 'Sweet Daisy Jane'?
Help your 'Sweet Daisy Jane' marguerite establish itself with deep watering, then check the soil moisture before watering again. Adjust the frequency according to rain and heat; avoid small daily applications on already moist soil. Remove faded flower heads and monitor the center of the clump, which may need dividing when it becomes sparse.
Can Marguerite 'Sweet Daisy Jane' be grown in a pot?
To grow ‘Sweet Daisy Jane’ Marguerite in a container, choose a stable pot with drainage holes, suitable for the root ball and its future size (30 cm). Water should drain freely after each watering; check the root ball more often than you would for plants in the ground. Depending on your climate, plan to protect the container in winter.
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