Information on the Alaskan Shasta Daisy
Daisies are bright, cheerful flowers that consistently display bright white petals with cheery yellow centers. Although there are a wide range of different types of daisies, they are almost uniform in their need for warm environments with plenty of sunshine. Cold-hardy daisies like the Alaskan shasta daisy are therefore particularly valuable to people who seek to grow daisies in cooler areas. Does this Spark an idea?
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History
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Shasta daisies first appeared in Santa Rosa in 1901. They were produced by amateur gardener Luther Burbank, who bred them from ox-eye daisies. The Alaska shasta daisy is a specialization of Burbank's original shasta daisies.
Cold Hardiness
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Alaskan shasta daisies are so named because of their size and hardiness. According to Gorge Top Gardens, these are the hardiest of the shasta daisies, and are the only shasta daisy capable of growing in the challenging temperatures of areas like Alaska.
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Appearance
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Alaskan shasta daisies are the largest of the shasta family. They grow 3 inches wide, with bright yellow centers surrounded by white petals. Alaskan shasta daisy stems can reach up to 10 inches long and are very stiff, making these flowers ideal for cutting.
Season
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Alaskan shasta daisies are perennials, and bloom in both spring and fall. Plant them in early spring, after the ground has thawed, as seedlings or root stock for summer establishment and fall blooming. These daisies are self-multiplying and don't require winter protection when they're grown in the right environment.
Soil, Water and Sunshine
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Plant Alaskan shasta daisies in full sun for best results. The plant can grow in shade, but may not be as vigorous. Use a rich, loose soil to ensure good drainage, and water them weekly. Alaska shasta daisies do well with fertilizer, bone meal and compost in early spring, and fish emulsion and seaweed solution over summer.
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References
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