Leucanthemum Snow Lady 1.5 Litre Pot

Leucanthemum 'Snow Lady' – Compact Dwarf Shasta Daisy with Cheerful Blooms
Leucanthemum 'Snow Lady' is a charming, compact variety of Shasta Daisy, loved for its pure white daisy-like flowers with golden-yellow centres. This dwarf perennial is ideal for the front of borders, containers, or small gardens, offering a long flowering season and a neat, mounded habit. It’s a magnet for bees, butterflies, and cheerful garden style, flowering from early summer well into autumn.

Seasonal Interest
Spring:

Fresh green, deeply cut foliage emerges, forming a tidy dome.

The plant begins to build energy for a prolific bloom season.

Summer:

Masses of classic white daisies appear on short, sturdy stems.

Blooms continue for weeks, especially if deadheaded regularly.

Excellent for attracting pollinators and adding a bright touch to borders or pots.

Autumn:

Flowers often continue into early autumn, especially in milder weather.

Foliage remains tidy and vibrant until colder nights arrive.

Winter:

Dies back to the ground in winter and re-emerges in spring.

Mulch in autumn for added winter protection in colder regions.

Structure & Growth
Height: 20–30cm

Spread: 30–40cm

Form: Compact, rounded, and bushy with short flowering stems that resist flopping.

Growth Rate: Fast – fills out quickly in spring and early summer.

Growing Conditions & Care
Position: Best in full sun.

Soil: Prefers well-drained, moderately fertile soil. Avoid overly wet or heavy soils.

Maintenance: Easy to grow. Deadhead spent blooms to encourage more flowers. Cut back in autumn or early spring.

Hardiness: Fully hardy (H5–H6). Can tolerate light frost; mulch if needed in colder areas.

Perfect For
Front of Borders: Neat size and profuse flowers make it perfect for edging.

Containers: Bright and reliable in pots or balcony displays.

Cottage Gardens: Classic daisy charm fits beautifully into informal, pollinator-friendly planting.

Cut Flowers: Small but long-lasting blooms ideal for posies or casual arrangements.

Wildlife Gardens: Loved by bees and butterflies.