The Old Farmer's Almanac Shasta Alaska Daisy Seeds - Premium Non-GMO, Open Pollinated, Flower Seeds

Named after snowy mountain peaks, this classic daisy sports abundant bright white petals around golden yellow centers. An easy-to-grow perennial, Shasta Daisies take 2 years to mature and bloom. Premium, open pollinated, non-GMO Alaska Shasta Daisy Seeds from The Old Farmer's Almanac have high germination rates and are proudly sourced from American farms.
  • $5.99

Freshly Packed: These seeds are packed for the current growing season and will provide high germination rates next year as well.

Premium Packaging: All seeds from The Old Farmer’s Almanac are packaged in individually styled packets ideal for gifts, storage or immediate use. Each packet displays the flower, vegetable, plant or herb variety on the front with instructions and plant facts on the back.

Sow Alaska Shasta Daisy seeds in open ground with full sun. Plant in average, medium-dry, well-drained soil after the final spring frost. Thin to the best starts when plants are 3" tall. Alaska Shasta Daisies mature into bushy uprights, 18-24" tall; and bloom regularly starting in their second year. To encourage new flowers and improve plant health, cut back spent foliage, leaves, and faded blossoms. In areas with severe winters, cover with straw to protect resting plants. 

Exceptional in arrangements! With deep green stems and large, 4" wide flowers Alaska Daises look fabulous in cut flower arrangements. 

Free flowers! Divide clumps of daises every 3-4 years, and replant in new spots, to encourage more flowers to grow!

Wit & Wisdom: Daisies are one of the April birth flowers. They are also said to symbolize innocence and hope. Read The Old Farmer's Almanac Shasta Daisies Growing Guide!

Help Your Plants Thrive with Weed Control: Weeds compete with vegetables, flowers and other plants for water, space and nutrients. Give your plants their best life by keeping weeds under control with Organic Weed Barrier Paper, mulch or careful weeding.

Are Your Seeds Non-GMO? What Does Non-GMO Mean?
Non-GMO means seeds (or other products) that were produced without genetic engineering and were not derived from GMOs (Genetically Modified Organisms). All of our seeds are non-GMO.

Where do Your Seeds Come From?
Most of the seeds offered on our site are USA Origin seeds sourced from certified US based suppliers. We do also source a small number of seeds from other countries. To view the specific origin of any of our current seed offerings, check the seed packet or look in the specifications for "Country of Origin" on any product page.

Are Your Seeds Packed for the Current Growing Season?
All of our seed packets are packed for the current growing season. If stored properly they will provide high germination rates for 1-2 additional years as well.

How Can I Store My Seeds Safely for Use in the Future?
Our seeds will generally retain their high germination rates for several years from the date of purchase. If you're planning on saving your seeds for us in the future, the most important thing to remember that seeds like to be stored where it is cool, dry and dark. The easiest way to ensure this for long term storage at home is to double-seal your seeds inside two zipper style bags and then place them in the freezer. (Make sure you label your seeds for future reference if they're not in original packaging.) When you're ready to plant your seeds, take just the ones you want to use out of the freezer and let them sit on a counter, in a covered container, for a few days to thaw and stabilize before being planted. To preserve germination rates, minimize temperature, light and humidity fluctuations by storing your seeds at the back of the freezer and only taking them out when you're ready to use them.

The Package with my Seeds in was Left Outside in Freezing and/or Rainy Weather. Will the Seeds Still Work?
As long as your seeds have not gotten wet they should work fine. Freezing temperatures will not hurt the seeds.

Are Your Seeds Treated?
No. The USDA Certified Organic Program prohibits the use of treated seeds. All of our seeds -- whether certified organic or not -- are untreated.

The Old Farmer's Almanac Premium Shasta Daisy Seeds (Alaska)

UPC Code 850008688669
Seed Count Approximately 700 Seeds Per Gram
Packed for Year These seeds are packed for the current growing season and will provide high germination rates next year as well.
Country of Origin United States
Packaging Packet or Resealable Pouch
Seed Type Non-GMO, Premium, Open Pollinated, Flower
Life Cycle Perennial
Hardiness Zone USDA 4-9
Scientific (Latin) Name Leucanthemum x Superbum
Growth Medium Soil
When to Plant Spring
Planting Depth 1/8 Inch
Plant Spacing 18-24 Inches
Light Preference Full Sun
Soil Preference Medium-dry, well-drained soil
Time to Germination 14-21 Days
Time to Maturity / Harvest 2nd Year
Growth Habit Bushy Upright
Plant Height 18-24 Inches
Edible Most daisy species are edible. Shasta daisy petals are edible; but they should be used only in moderation because of their strong, distinctive flavor which may be off putting.
Re-Seeding Seeds Will Drop and Self Sow for Next Year Unless Dead Headed