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Oxeye Daisy
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Oxeye Daisy

Leucanthemum vulgare
In the United States: Invasive
Listed as invasive. Check local regulations — several jurisdictions restrict planting.

Honeybees forage on oxeye daisy for high nectar yields and moderate pollen supplies during its extended bloom from late spring through summer, peaking in early summer. The composite flowers draw diverse pollinators including bees, flies, and beetles. It spreads aggressively via rhizomes and prolific seeds, requiring vigilant management to prevent it from outcompeting other forage plants in meadows.

Nectarhigh
Pollenmedium
Bloom (US) May–August
TypePerennial
Sunfull
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