Pruning guide
How to prune leucanthemum × superbum 'snowcap'
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Pruning leucanthemum × superbum 'snowcap' — FAQ
When should I prune leucanthemum × superbum 'snowcap'?
Deadhead throughout summer; cut back in late autumn. Remove spent flower stems by cutting to a leaf or side shoot. After flowering is fully over, cut down to the low basal rosette. Divide in early spring if the centre becomes woody or the plant loses vigour — replant only healthy outer sections.
How often does leucanthemum × superbum 'snowcap' need pruning?
Deadhead regularly through summer; annual cutback; divide every 3 years as needed. Leucanthemum × superbum 'Snowcap' is a compact Shasta daisy that still benefits from deadheading to prolong summer flowering and reduce self-seeding. Cut spent stems back to a lateral bud. Trim the whole plant to the basal rosette in late autumn. Its compact habit means division is needed less urgently but every 3 years helps maintain vigour.
How do you prune leucanthemum × superbum 'snowcap'?
Remove spent flower stems by cutting to a leaf or side shoot. After flowering is fully over, cut down to the low basal rosette. Divide in early spring if the centre becomes woody or the plant loses vigour — replant only healthy outer sections.