Leucanthemum REALFLOR 'Real Snowball'
Best low-maintenance perennial for gardeners wanting long-lasting, butterfly-friendly cut flowers.
Discover the Leucanthemum REALFLOR® 'Real Snowball', an exceptional Shasta daisy that brings enduring beauty to sunny borders and containers. This variety boasts large, crisp white, double pompon blooms, up to four inches wide, providing a long season of vibrant color from early summer to late summer. Its very dark green foliage and excellent branching create a full, rounded habit, while the strong stems make the blooms perfect for cutting. Thriving in well-drained soil and full sun, 'Real Snowball' offers reliable performance and attracts butterflies, making it a delightful addition to any garden.
$14.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
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Category Rank
864
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#864 in Landscaping & Garden Plants
Price vs Category Average
-46%
Below average
Genus
Leucanthemum
/ Leucanthemum
Who it's for
- Busy landscapers needing sturdy, self-supporting perennial structures
- Gardeners seeking high-impact, fluffy floral textures
- Homeowners wanting long-lasting color throughout the growing season
Who should skip it
- Residents in humid climates prone to fungal plant diseases
- Low-maintenance gardeners who prefer hands-off plant care
- Owners of shaded gardens with limited direct sunlight
Performance breakdown
Bloom Impact
Large double pompon flowers provide a high-contrast, sophisticated visual statement.
Season Longevity
Extended flowering window ensures consistent color from early to late summer.
Structural Integrity
Strong stems and excellent branching prevent flopping in garden borders.
Pollinator Appeal
Reliably attracts butterflies to enhance your garden's local ecosystem.
Maintenance Ease
Low-fuss perennial habit makes it ideal for busy home gardeners.
Cut Flower Utility
Sturdy stems make these blooms perfect for fresh indoor arrangements.
Key Specs
Genus
Leucanthemum
Species
x superbum
Hardiness Zones
5 - 9
Mature Height
22 inches
Mature Width
19 inches
Light Requirements
Full Sun
Soil Type Preference
Well-drained
Bloom Season
Summer
Features
- Large, double pompon blooms up to 4 inches wide
- Long blooming season from early to late summer
- Striking dark green foliage
- Excellent branching and full habit
- Magnificent cut flowers
- Attracts butterflies
- Blooms in the first year
- Easy care plant
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the exceptional quality and reliability of the 'Real Snowball' Leucanthemum. Reviewers frequently note that the plants arrive healthy and establish quickly, often exceeding expectations for first year bloom performance. The large, dense white flowers are highly reliable, providing a long lasting display that truly lives up to the 'Snowball' name. This robust performance makes it a standout choice for gardeners seeking dependable, high impact perennial color.
Know before you buy
Yes, this variety is known for blooming in its first year, so you won't have to wait until the following season to enjoy its flowers.
Since this plant reaches a mature width of 19 inches, you should space them approximately 20 to 24 inches apart to allow for proper air circulation and a full, rounded habit.
While 'Real Snowball' has a long bloom season on its own, removing spent flowers can help maintain a tidy appearance and may encourage the plant to focus its energy on producing more blooms.
Absolutely. The strong, sturdy stems and large, double pompon blooms make them excellent candidates for cutting and displaying in vases.
This Leucanthemum requires well-drained soil. If your garden has heavy clay that holds water, consider amending the soil or planting in a raised bed to prevent root rot.
While many Leucanthemum varieties are generally less appealing to deer and rabbits than other garden plants, they are not strictly deer-proof. If you have high pressure in your area, protective measures may still be necessary.
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