This perennial sports large, white and golden daisy-like flowers in summer and early autumn. Hardy through some of the UK, down to -10°C.

This dramatic variety's large, daisy-like flowers really make it stand out in your garden! Its bright ivory petals curl backwards in layers, surrounding the golden centres with heaps of ruffled petals and contrasting with the stylish green foliage. Flowering from summer to mid-autumn, this plant is perfect for adding a late splash of colour to your flower beds. The flowers grow as single shoots but reach much taller than a common daisy, usually up to 2-2.5' (60-75cm). Chose the Real Comet for its gorgeous flowers; these really take the beauty of the daisies on your lawn and make them even bigger and brighter.

Perennial

Flower

July to October

Scientific Name
Leucanthemum x superbum 'Real Comet' (white flower x proud, variety: Real Comet)

Common Name
Shasta Daisy, Crazy Daisies, Chrysanthemum Crazy Daisy

Origin
This species is a hybrid developed in California in the 1890s

Pruning Tips
Deadhead spent flowers to encourage further flowering; cut back totally in late autumn.

Wildlife Value
Good food for moth caterpillars, especially the Dichrorampha alpinana. Also loved by bees and butterflies for its pollen and nectar!

Positioning
Full sun to partial shade

Water
Keep soil moist; make sure it doesn't dry out in hot weather.

Soil
Moist but well-drained soil.

Food
Will benefit from weekly feeding with fertiliser suitable for flowering plants.

Pet-safe?
No, causes an upset stomach in cats and dogs

Sprouts Top Tips
Keep an eye out for hungry pests outdoors, especially slugs and snails; also make sure you cut back faded flowers to encourage new ones to bloom!