Leucanthemum, shasta daisy esther reed leucanthemum x superbum by happenstance. It was bred by horace himself as an improvement on esther read his hugely. Fully double shasta daisy that stands up well in the garden and cuts well for the house. Sow seeds indoors 8 weeks before last spring frost. Leucanthemum x superbum, commonly called shasta daisy, is a hybrid developed by luther burbank 18491926 in the 1890s near snow covered mt. My esther reed daisies put on a nice show in october, which i wasnt expecting. Reed droreedpped outreed of high school and her mother died of colon cancer soon afterward. Aug, 2014 esther reed, born march 8, 1978, to ernie and florence reed. This delightful shasta daisy is now called leucanthemum as opposed to its old classification of chrysanthemum it is of the species maxima and this variety is known as esther reed their usefulness as a cut flower is immense as they last well in water and each flower can reach about 3ft on a strong self supporting stem. Commonly known as the shasta daisy, its foliage is distinctive with long, lanceshaped leaves that are usually glossy and serrated. It thrives in most soils with moderate water and full sun, though it can tolerate and bloom in partial shade.
Shasta daisy chrysanthemum maximumleucanthemuum maximum is an easy perennial that blooms well in the ne texas area. Double flowering shasta daisy luna perennial plants. The best time to relocate shasta daisies home guides sf gate. Full size picture of shasta daisy esther reed leucanthemum x superbum see more.
Log in or sign up for facebook to connect with friends, family and people you know. Double shasta daisy superb selection of large white double flowers with palest yellow petaled center, great in bouquets. Some flowers have standard petals, just plenty of them. Reeds parents separated in the early 1990s and reed moved with mommy dearest to lynnwood, washington. Esther reed 1928 new york esther reed in 1930 united states federal census esther reed was born circa 1928, at birth place, new york, to clifford reed and edna reed. Growing shasta daisies from seed one hundred dollars a month. A wonderful hardy variety producing masses of large semi double blooms that have a ring of white rays and large yellow boss of stamens. To start shasta daisies from seed, you have two options. Beds and borders, cottageinformal, flower arranging, wildflower. Proven winners real neat shasta daisy leucanthemum x superbum plant details, information and resources. May 17, 2004 view picture of leucanthemum, shasta daisy esther reed leucanthemum x superbum at daves garden.
Browse pictures and read growth cultivation information about leucanthemum, shasta daisy leucanthemum x superbum esther reed supplied by member gardeners in the plantfiles database at daves. Sow seeds thinly and evenly and cover with 18 inch of seed starting formula. This is an older british selection, featuring fully double white flowers, almost like a florists mum. Valleybrook gardens presents our list of ten best perennials of the century leucanthemum. Leucanthemum x superbum is a wellknown plant of cottage gardens, although it seems to have changed its name from chrysanthemum maximum.
A tradition of distinction since its founding in 1920, wayside gardens has brought the rarest and highestquality plants to the garden market. During this time, i have served on the parks and recreation board, the planning commission and as vice mayor. Its quiet charm allures gardeners and nongardeners alikeperhaps due to nostalgia for sum. Leucanthemum, shasta daisy esther reed daves garden.
Join facebook to connect with esther a reid and others you may know. Leucanthemum x superbum luna shasta daisy from garden. It is a tough reliable perennial, reaching about 18 or more, spreading rapidly to form large clumps. Top 10 perennials of the century shasta daisy becky this shasta daisy cultivar has especially large white flowers with yellow centers held on to strong stems that dont need staking. There are a number of reasons for a shasta daisy not flowering and most can be rectified with improved care and maintenance. Daisy duke pp 21,914 until recently, we listed shasta daisies under the genus chrysanthemum, but as longtime gardeners, we. The ladies association she founded made shirts for the soldiers of the continental army, and became for the model for similar drives in maryland, new jersey and virginia. Daisies are a droughttolerant perennial, so they make good candidates for planting beds in hot regions, where many plants have difficulty holding up under the summer heat. Wayside was founded in 1920 by two acclaimed growers who came together to pursue their shared vision of marketing all highend plants for the serious garden enthusiast. Real neat shasta daisy leucanthemum x superbum proven winners javascript must be enabled for the correct page display.
Leucanthemum x superbum horace read dorset perennials. Fully double shasta daisy that stands up well in the garden and cuts well for the. A report on leucanthemum superbum and related daisies. This wellmannered shasta daisy brings cheerful sunshine to borders, bouquets, and containers. Shasta daisies may be grown from seed sown early indoors and transplanted outside after frost, or grown from potted plants. Deer resistantblooms summer thru fall with a little deadheading. Files are available under licenses specified on their description page. It has deep green leaves and tough woody stems, and can be covered in summer with its large white daisy flowers. In the early 1900s luther burbank hybridized leucanthemum maximum and leucanthemum lancustre to create the classic leucanthemum x superbum, or shasta daisy named after mt. Esther elizabeth reed born march 8, 1978 is an american woman convicted of fraud and identity theft charges. Beautiful planted in containers or in the garden bed.
Bright white, overlapping petals, centered with gold, form a solid dome of 3in blooms that displays to great advantage all season with deadheading. Lowgrowing, the shasta daisy is an effective groundcover plant, especially in informal gardens, but its aroma is not always pleasant. This beautiful daisy is a newer version of the muchloved shasta daisy, which blooms from late spring until cooler weather sets in. I am a lifelong resident of smyrna and have served on the smyrna town council since 2003. Digging every three to five years and dividing the overgrown clumps before relocating expands your daisy bed and keeps the plants healthy. Plant in moderately fertile, moist but welldrained soil in full sun or partial shade in a sheltered position. She is best known for attending california state university, fullerton and columbia university school of general studies using stolen identities, including that of missing person brooke henson. So, basically, all you have to do is set it and forget it to reap the reward for years to come. Coarse deep green leaves spread by producing rhizomes, best divided every 23 years. A genealogical dictionary of the first settlers of new england.
At present our information about this plant is limited to a list of the nurseries that supply. Leucanthemum x superbum lucille white shasta daisy from. Pefers rich well drained soil but tolerates most sites in sun. Showing three generations of those who came before may, 1692, on the basis of farmers register. Leucanthemum x superbum horace read shasta daisy horace read will reach a height of 0. All structured data from the file and property namespaces is available under the creative commons cc0 license. Shasta daisy leucanthemum x superbum esther reed in. With multiple flowers per stem esther read is a great asset to the garden where the flowers can be used for floral arranging. Crazy daisy shasta daisy leucanthemum american meadows.
Esther reed the plantsmans journal plantsmans corner. Shasta daisy laspider, leucanthemum superbum american. Leucanthemum x superbum esther read shasta daisy esther read will reach a height of 0. They are super easy to grow from seed, great for bouquets, and they multiply like crazy.
Reed was editor of the grand ledge independent weekly newspaper and a. Shasta daisy laspider, leucanthemum superbum american meadows. Shasta daisy, snow lady seeds and plants burpee seeds. The best time to relocate shasta daisies home guides. Shasta daisy esther read leucanthemum ladybird roses. For example, we hear a lot of when do shasta daisies bloom. Esther reed historical records and family trees myheritage. Shasta daisy leucanthemum x superbum easton lady shasta daisy leucanthemum x superbum eclipse shasta daisy leucanthemum x superbum edward vii shasta daisy leucanthemum x superbum esther reed shasta daisy leucanthemum x superbum exhibition shasta daisy leucanthemum x superbum fiona coghill. Leucanthemum, shasta daisy leucanthemum x superbum esther reed. Leucanthemum x superbum esther read suncrest nurseries, inc. The plant is a tough dependable perennial that keeps bloom from late spring until the cooler. Shasta daisy leucanthemum x superbum esther reed in the. Shasta daisy leucanthemum x superbum esther reed in the shasta daisies database. Leucanthemum x superbum esther reed from secret garden.
Leucanthemum vulgare, or oxeye daisy, moved here from europe and asia and has rooted itself along road sides and fields through out the continental u. Coarselytoothed, lanceshaped, medium green leaves basal leaves to 12 long. The classic shasta daisy, laspiders large, pure white double flowers with finelycut petals make a fun, frilled statement in the summer garden. The flowers are fully double, and give you great variety. It is noted for its large semidouble blooms 45 diameter with drooping white rays and yellow centers.
Often listed under the incorrect spelling esther reed. Shasta daisy esther read leucanthemum x superbum esther read also known as. Shasta daisy bloom time extends from early spring to late autumn. Leucanthemum x superbum esther reed shasta daisy zn4. Product description double shasta daisy superb selection of large white double flowers with palest yellow petaled center, great in bouquets. Flowers bloom yellow, then twotoned yellow, finish white. View picture of leucanthemum, shasta daisy esther reed leucanthemum x superbum at daves garden. Formerly chrysanthemum maximum no sunny border would seem complete without the familiar presence of shasta daisies. Plant database entry for shasta daisy leucanthemum x superbum esther reed with 4 images and 14 data details. Use becky shasta daisy flowers in perennial flower borders. Highland white dream is a shasta daisy cultivar that typically grows 23 tall. Burbank crossed leucanthemum vulgare european oxeye daisy, leucanthemum maximum pyrenees chrysanthemum, leucanthemum lacustre portuguese field daisy and nipponanthemum. So yes, deadheading shasta daisies and other varieties is a good idea. Large, double bloom classic daisies with a yellow center bloom high above the foliage from midsummer through fall.
Full size picture of shasta daisy esther reed leucanthemum x. Join our friendly community that shares tips and ideas for gardens, along with seeds and plants. Esther reed, born march 8, 1978, to ernie and florence reed. Hawke, plant evaluation manager s hasta daisy leucanthemum. Leucanthemum x superbum daisy may white flower farm. Shasta daisy esther read leucanthemum x superbum esther. All daisytype perennials can be deadheaded in the same way as the shasta. Journal of the american revolution also produces annual hardcover volumes, a branded book. Compact, mounded plant is great for borders and edging. An oldfashioned favorite, this sturdy plant boasts large, double, white pincushion daisies. Read on to determine the common causes when shasta daisies wont bloom, and learn tips for getting shasta daisy to. This page was last edited on 11 september 2018, at 17. Others have twisted petals, still others pointed petals. First of all, shastas normally bloom in summer and will continue throughout fall if regular deadheading is performed.
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