Variety traits

Lodging of Leucanthemum x superbum (Bergmans ex J. W. Ingram) D. H. Kent

Leucanthemum x superbum (Bergmans ex J. W. Ingram) D. H. Kent

Lodging in Shasta daisy manifests as the deviation of flower stalks from a vertical position due to their weight or weather conditions, which leads to a loss of the plant's ornamental appeal.

In the reference 11 varieties crop Shasta daisy, where this is mentioned in the description.

The tendency to lodge is most pronounced in tall cultivars ranging from 60 to 120 cm in height. The main risk factors include insufficient light, which causes etiolation and thinning of the stems, as well as an excess of nutrients in the soil, which stimulates excessive vegetative growth.

The trait is evaluated by experts during variety trials as a characteristic of stem strength. In breeding, the presence of sturdy flower stalks is a target trait, while cultivars less than 60 cm tall are usually considered compact and not prone to lodging.

General information about the subject — on the page Lodging.

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Varieties of Shasta daisy mentioned in the description

Selection based on the description text, not on official evaluation: these data are absent from registers. For specific variety details, please refer to its profile.