Oxeye Daisy
Chrysanthemum leucanthemum
Last reviewed: June 2026
Oxeye Daisy is toxic to dogs and cats.
Listed as toxic by the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (opens in new tab) (last reviewed 2026-05-21). If your pet has been exposed, call the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at (888) 426-4435and your veterinarian's emergency line.
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Light
full sun
Water
medium
Size
12"–24" H × 12"–18" W
Bloom
May, Jun, Jul, Aug
Native to
KS
Pollinators
bees, butterflies, beetles
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Oxeye daisy produces classic white petals around bright yellow centers from late spring through summer. This cheerful perennial spreads gradually and naturalizes well in sunny areas with average moisture.
In an HOA neighborhood
Oxeye Daisy takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: moderate. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Works well in: backyard only.
- Can spread aggressively and look weedy
- May not be drought-tolerant in some growing conditions
Wildlife value
The flowers attract a variety of beneficial insects including native bees, butterflies, and beetles. The long blooming period provides consistent nectar throughout the growing season.
Common questions
- How much sun does Oxeye Daisy need?
- Oxeye Daisy grows best in full sun conditions.
- When does Oxeye Daisy bloom?
- Oxeye Daisy blooms in May, June, July, and August.
- Where is Oxeye Daisy native?
- Oxeye Daisy (Chrysanthemum leucanthemum) is native to KS, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
- Is Oxeye Daisy toxic to dogs?
- Yes. Oxeye Daisy is listed as toxic to dogs by the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (aspca.org). If your pet has been exposed, call the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at (888) 426-4435.
- Is Oxeye Daisy toxic to cats?
- Yes. Oxeye Daisy is listed as toxic to cats by the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (aspca.org). If your cat has been exposed, call the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at (888) 426-4435.
- What pollinators does Oxeye Daisy attract?
- Oxeye Daisy draws bees, butterflies, and beetles.
- Is Oxeye Daisy HOA-friendly?
- Oxeye Daisy takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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