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Pruning guide · Perennial
Shasta daisy: when and how to prune
Leucanthemum × superbum
Shasta daisy is best pruned in March and July–August.
| Pruning months | March and July–August |
|---|---|
| Flowering | June–September |
| Good for bees, butterflies and birds | Yes, for bees and butterflies |
| Native to Belgium | No, planted |
Shasta daisy: when to prune it?
Deadhead through the summer, cut back after the first flush in July–August, and clear the old stems in March.
Shasta daisy: how to prune it?
- Cut faded flowers off with their stem back to a leaf or side bud.
- When most flowers are over, cut all flower stems back to the leaf rosette: a second flush often follows.
- In March, remove the old stems and dead leaves just above the rosette.
- For the vase, cut when the flowers have just fully opened.
How much to cut, and how often?
- There are 2 pruning periods a year: March and July–August. You don’t have to prune in every one.
What does it mean for wildlife?
- Shasta daisy flowers in June–September, when it attracts bees and butterflies.
- If pruning falls during flowering, wait until it is over or leave part of the plant to flower, so bees and butterflies still benefit.
Nearby: related pruning guides
Plant profile: Shasta daisy · Pruning calendar and basic rules
This guide is compiled from the Bladwijzer plant profile and pruning calendar.