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Leucanthemum vulgare Maikonigin

Leucanthemum vulgare Maikonigin
Oxeye Daisy, Dog Daisy, Marguerite, Moon Daisy, May Queen Daisy

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Two buckets planted in autumn. The young plants have thrived well and they have flowered abundantly. Long flowering period.

Fabienne C., 27/05/2023

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An improved variety of the common Daisy. Earlier and very floriferous, it also bears larger flowers while retaining the qualities of the wild species. It is a great classic, timeless, easy to grow and very hardy. It is perfect, in all simplicity, in wild spaces, flower beds and has a more refined composition.
Flower size
7 cm
Height at maturity
75 cm
Spread at maturity
60 cm
Exposure
Sun, Partial shade
Hardiness
Hardy down to -34°C
Soil moisture
Moist soil
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Best planting time March to April, September to October
Recommended planting time March to May, September to November
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Description

Leucanthemum vulgare Maikonigin or May Queen Daisy is an improved variety of the common Daisy. It is earlier and highly flowering, also bearing larger flowers while retaining the qualities of the wild species. It is a great timeless classic, that is easy to grow and very hardy. It is perfect, in all simplicity, in wild spaces and flower beds.

Originally from Europe and temperate Asia, the Daisy is a well-known herbaceous perennial. Very common in the wild, this plant grows in clumps about 75 cm (30in) high and 60 cm (24in) wide. It bears vibrant flowers in heads whose white petals surround a compound yellow centre made up of small sessile flowers. Its leaves are green, oval with unevenly lobed lamina.

The cultivar 'Maikonigin', also known as 'May Queen', is derived from the common Daisy but offers earlier flowers, from May to June, as well as more numerous and larger flowers, from 5 to 7 cm (2 to 3in). It is perfectly hardy, at least down to -15°C (5°F).

It is a very easy to grow perennial, undemanding and content with little: a dry to moist soil and exposure to sun or partial shade. Its maintenance is minimal and consists of removing faded flowers and cutting back the clump in autumn.

In the garden, you can plant it with Yarrow, Perennial Honesty, Tufted Hair Grass and Fountain Grass to create a modern and natural flower bed.

Leucanthemum vulgare Maikonigin in pictures

Leucanthemum vulgare Maikonigin (Flowering) Flowering
Leucanthemum vulgare Maikonigin (Foliage) Foliage

Flowering

Flower colour white
Flowering time May to June
Inflorescence Flower head
Flower size 7 cm
Bee-friendly Attracts pollinators
Good for cut flowers Cut flower blooms

Foliage

Foliage persistence Deciduous
Foliage colour dark green

Plant habit

Height at maturity 75 cm
Spread at maturity 60 cm
Growth rate normal

Botanical data

Genus

Leucanthemum

Species

vulgare

Cultivar

Maikonigin

Family

Asteraceae

Other common names

Oxeye Daisy, Dog Daisy, Marguerite, Moon Daisy, May Queen Daisy

Origin

Cultivar or hybrid

Product reference809251

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Planting and care

Plant your Leucanthemums in deep, loose, moist soil, or which can even be occasionally dry, not too rich, but definitely well-drained. This plant tolerates limestone perfectly. It thrives in a sunny or partially shaded position. It can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F). Regularly remove faded flowers and remove dead foliage in autumn or spring. This daisy can be attacked by aphids, snails, and may have foliar spots.

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Planting period

Best planting time March to April, September to October
Recommended planting time March to May, September to November

Intended location

Suitable for Meadow
Type of use Border, Slope
Hardiness Hardy down to -34°C (USDA zone 4) Show map
Ease of cultivation Beginner
Planting density 5 per m2
Exposure Sun, Partial shade
Soil pH Any
Soil type Clayey (heavy), Clayey-chalky (heavy and alkaline), Silty-loamy (rich and light)
Soil moisture Moist soil, Light and rich

Care

Pruning instructions .
Pruning No pruning necessary
Disease resistance Very good
Overwinter Can be left in the ground
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