Leucanthemum 'Whoops-a-Daisy'
Best low-maintenance perennial for gardeners seeking reliable, deer-resistant summer color.
The Leucanthemum 'Whoops-a-Daisy' is a refined Shasta Daisy variety that forms a dense dome covered in blooms throughout the extensive summer season. It produces abundant 3- to 4-inch daisies featuring slender white petals and sunny yellow centers, making them excellent for containers or garden beds. This perennial stands 12 to 18 inches tall and spreads up to 24 inches wide, offering vivid contrast to neighboring plants. It thrives in full sun and requires well-drained soil, showing resilience to heat and drought while remaining deer and rabbit resistant. Its glossy, dark green foliage provides lasting visual appeal.
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Genus
Leucanthemum
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Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking high-impact, long-lasting floral displays
- Busy homeowners wanting low-maintenance, self-cleaning perennials
- Small-space gardeners needing tidy, compact border plants
Who should skip it
- Low-effort gardeners preferring long-lived, permanent landscape fixtures
- Shady garden owners lacking consistent direct sunlight
- Gardeners in humid climates prone to pest infestations
Performance breakdown
Bloom Density
Forms a remarkably tight, flower-heavy dome throughout the summer months.
Environmental Resilience
Handles heat and drought stress with impressive, reliable garden stamina.
Pest Resistance
Effectively deters deer and rabbits without requiring constant protective measures.
Foliage Longevity
Maintains a lush, glossy green appearance from spring until hard frost.
Versatility
Compact habit fits perfectly in containers, borders, or mixed garden beds.
Floral Utility
Large, classic blooms offer excellent longevity when cut for indoor arrangements.
Key Specs
Genus
Leucanthemum
Variety
'Whoops-a-Daisy'
Item Form
1-Quart
Mature Height
18 in
Mature Width
2 Feet
Light Requirements
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
5 - 9
Features
- Forms a dome bursting with abundant blooms throughout the summer season.
- Produces large, classic daisy flowers (3-4 inches) with multiple rows of white petals.
- Exceptional longevity both in garden beds and floral arrangements.
- Resilient to heat and drought conditions.
- Deer and rabbit resistant.
- Maintains glossy, dark green foliage from spring through hard frost.
- Ideal for containers, borders, and beds.
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the exceptional reliability and aesthetic quality of the 'Whoops a Daisy' Leucanthemum. Reviewers frequently highlight the plant's robust nature, noting its successful establishment and impressive return rate even after harsh winters. The dense, prolific blooming habit is a major draw, delivering a stunning visual impact that exceeds expectations for a compact Shasta Daisy. This plant is celebrated for its hardiness and ability to provide continuous, high quality garden performance, solidifying its reputation as a dependable perennial investment.
Know before you buy
Since 'Whoops-a-Daisy' grows up to 24 inches wide, you should space them at least two feet apart to allow for proper airflow and to accommodate their mature, mounded habit.
Yes, this variety is specifically noted for its resilience to heat and drought. Once established, it handles these conditions well, though it will still perform best with consistent moisture during its first season.
No, this Leucanthemum variety is considered deer and rabbit resistant. While no plant is entirely immune to hungry wildlife, it is a reliable choice for gardens where these animals are common.
Absolutely. Its compact, dome-like habit and long-lasting blooms make it an excellent candidate for containers, provided the pot has good drainage and receives full sun.
Yes, one of the benefits of this variety is its glossy, dark green foliage. It maintains its visual appeal from spring through the first hard frost, even when the plant is not in bloom.
This Shasta Daisy thrives in well-drained soil. If your garden has heavy clay that holds water, consider amending it with organic matter or planting in a raised bed to ensure the roots do not sit in soggy conditions.
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