Also known as Alaskan Daisy · Daisy Of Alaska · Daisy-Chrysanthemum
Max chrysanthemum (Leucanthemum maximum) is a vigorous perennial with large, daisy-like white flowers, ideal for borders and cut flowers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
75% intensity
Prefers at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily for best flowering.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Thrives in average room temperatures (18-24°C) and tolerates cooler conditions.
Outdoor
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed during growing season; avoid over-fertilizing.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water consistently to keep the soil evenly moist, especially during warmer months. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot.
Allow the top inch of soil to dry out slightly between waterings during the growing season. Reduce watering in cooler, dormant periods.
Deadhead spent flowers regularly to encourage more blooms and maintain a tidy appearance. In late autumn or early spring, cut back the old foliage to about 5-10 cm from the ground to promote vigorous new growth.
Divide clumps every 2-3 years if they become overcrowded.
Propagate by division in early spring or fall. Carefully dig up the plant and divide the root ball into sections, ensuring each section has healthy roots and shoots.
Replant the divisions immediately into well-draining soil. Can also be propagated from basal cuttings in spring.
Repot container-grown plants every 2-3 years, or when they become root-bound. Choose a pot one size larger than the current one with fresh, well-draining potting mix.
Repotting in spring before new growth begins is ideal. Water thoroughly after repotting.
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Where Max Chrysanthemum (Leucanthemum maximum) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Leucanthemum |
| Species | Leucanthemum maximum |
Similar in genus Leucanthemum
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