Ox-Eye Daisy (Leucanthemum vulgare) - A common herbaceous perennial of the Aster family that has naturalized across many parts of Eurasia and North America. Also know as 'Dog Daisy' or 'Marguerite', this hardy perennial is often classed as a wildflower, however, it can become invasive with its spreading rhizomes and prolific seed distribution. Best to contain this species and cut the flower heads before they seed. Makes an excellent cut flower lasting up to 2-3 weeks. We leave a few strips between our growing fields as they attract pollinators and act as a trap crop. Ox-Eye Daisies are one of the hardiest, earliest blooming perennials available lasting until mid September.
100 seeds per packet
*Due to the invasive tendency of this species, please do keep it contained and dead head any flowers before they go to seed. Thank you
Growing Information: Requires cold stratification before seeding. (4-5 weeks of refrigeration.) Start indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost date. Broadcast seed on top of soil and lightly cover with dome or plastic film until emergence.
Days to Germination: 10 - 14
Plant Spacing: 12" - 24" (30cm - 60cm)
Plant Height: 12" - 24" (30cm - 60cm)
Features:
Hardiness Zones: Perennial 3 - 9
Bloom Time: Spring to Late Summer
Light Requirements: Full Sun / Partial Shade
Attracts Butterflies
Deer Resistant
Great as Cut Flowers or Bouquets
