What can I plant next to Shasta daisies?
Emma Martin
Published Feb 26, 2026
What can I plant next to Shasta daisies?
Companion Planting and Design Shasta daisies grow well with other tall, summer blooming perennials such as coneflowers, rudbeckia, bee balm and Joe-Pye weed. Shasta daisies are a more formal addition to the wildflower meadow. Consider planting Shasta daisies in a cutting garden for use in flower arrangements.
Does Snowcap Shasta daisy spread?
‘Snowcap’ is a compact Shasta daisy cultivar that grows to 15-18″ tall with a spread to 12″ wide.
Does Leucanthemum spread?
About Leucanthemum Leucanthemum are best suited to flower beds and borders within cottage, informal and wildflower garden settings. They will also make fantastic cut flowers. You should expect to see your plants grow to an average height of 40cm (16”) and a spread of 35cm (14”).
Is Snowcap Shasta daisy perennial?
Shasta Daisy ‘Snowcap’, ‘Snowcap’ Shasta Daisy. Highly popular, Leucanthemum x superbum ‘Snowcap’ (Shasta Daisy) is a herbaceous perennial valued for its abundant floral display and compact size. Blooming for many weeks from early to late summer, if deadheaded, this Shasta Daisy is extremely easy to grow.
What flowers go well with agapanthus?
Some of my favourite planting combinations include Miscanthus ‘Morning Light’, Stipa tenuissima, Verbena bonariensis. Aster frikartii, Gaura lindheimeri, Echinacea purpurea, and Salvia nemorosa. Agapanthus also works wonderfully when planted en masse – planted in huge drifts they look amazing.
What can I plant next to lupins?
Lupines (Lupinus Polyphyllus) are one of the most striking perennials in the late spring garden with their elegant lines, exquisite colors and fine-textured foliage. They partner extremely well with the tall, architectural ornamental onions (Alliums) to create spectacular displays.
How do you plant a snowcap Shasta daisy?
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.
Should I deadhead Leucanthemum?
Deadhead regularly. Cut back after flowering to encourage a second flowering in autumn. Cut back to the base in mid- to late autumn.
Do Leucanthemum come back every year?
Shasta daisy is a vigorous perennial and benefits from an annual mulch of compost or manure, and a late winter/early spring feed with slow-release fertilizer.
What can I plant next to agapanthus?
Plant a tall bush or blooming climber, like wisteria, that pulls the eye upward. Or you might plant dwarf agapanthus with hydrangea, and then add spiky birds of paradise, wild purple coneflowers or Shasta daisies. Low-growing alyssum or dianthus look magical along the border.
Where is the best place to plant agapanthus?
full sun
Agapanthus thrive in full sun and need 6-8 hours of sunlight each day. However, they do better in partial shade in hot climate areas. Agapanthus perform best in fertile, moist and well-drained soil. They show no preference for pH, except Agapanthus africanus which prefers an acid soil.