Overview
Leucanthemum x superbum Western Star Libra ('Leuz0005') is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Leucanthemum, part of the Asteraceae family, with deciduous foliage. Leucanthemum x superbum Western Star Libra ('Leuz0005') grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, coastal, cottage and informal garden, cut flowers and flower borders and beds.
About
Leucanthemum x superbum Western Star Libra ('Leuz0005') is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial belonging to the genus Leucanthemum, known for its sturdy plants with elongated, narrow leaves and daisy-like flower heads featuring white ray florets. This deciduous cultivar thrives in full sun or partial shade and prefers fertile, moist but well-drained soil, including chalk, clay, loam, and sand with a range of pH levels. Hardy to UK zone H6, it is suitable for sheltered, south-, east-, or west-facing aspects. It is ideal for city and courtyard gardens, coastal and cottage settings, flower borders, and as cut flowers, with interest in spring and summer.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Leucanthemum
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Leucanthemum x superbum Western Star Libra ('Leuz0005') size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- City and courtyard gardens, Coastal, Cottage and informal garden, Cut flowers, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Leucanthemum x superbum Western Star Libra ('Leuz0005')
- Propagation
- Division in early spring or late autumn
- Pest resistance
- Aphids, Chrysanthemum eelworm
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Leucanthemum x superbum Western Star Libra ('Leuz0005')?
Leucanthemum x superbum Western Star Libra ('Leuz0005') prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Leucanthemum x superbum Western Star Libra ('Leuz0005') need?
Leucanthemum x superbum Western Star Libra ('Leuz0005') is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Leucanthemum x superbum Western Star Libra ('Leuz0005') hardy in the UK?
Leucanthemum x superbum Western Star Libra ('Leuz0005') has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Leucanthemum x superbum Western Star Libra ('Leuz0005')?
Division in early spring or late autumn.
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