Green Bean vs Shasta Daisy

Side-by-side plant comparison — which is right for your garden?

Green Bean

Phaseolus vulgaris

Fabaceae · vegetables

EdibleLow Maintenance

Shasta Daisy

Leucanthemum × superbum

Asteraceae · flowers

Deer ResistantDrought TolerantLow Maintenance

Hardiness Zone Range

Green Bean (Zones 2-11)

Shasta Daisy (Zones 5-9)

Overlap: Both grow in zones 5–9

Detailed Comparison

Feature	Green Bean	Shasta Daisy
Scientific Name	Phaseolus vulgaris	Leucanthemum × superbum
Family	Fabaceae	Asteraceae
Category	vegetables	flowers
Sun	☀️ Full Sun	☀️ Full Sun
Water	💧💧 Medium	💧💧 Medium
Soil	Well-drained	Well-drained
Height	2'	3'
Spread	8"	2'
Bloom Season	Summer	Summer
Bloom Color	White	White
Growth Rate	Fast	Fast
Native Region	Central/South America	Hybrid (US)
Maintenance	Low	Low

Special Traits

Green Bean

Yes — EdibleNo — Deer ResistantNo — Drought Tolerant

Shasta Daisy

No — EdibleYes — Deer ResistantYes — Drought Tolerant

Care Tips

Green Bean

✓Direct sow after all frost danger.
✓Don't soak seeds.
✓Pick every 2-3 days to encourage production.
✓Rotate planting location yearly.
✓Beans fix nitrogen — don't fertilize heavily.

Shasta Daisy

✓Deadhead for continuous bloom.
✓Divide every 2-3 years.
✓Cut back after first bloom for possible rebloom.
✓Excellent cut flower lasting 7-14 days in vase.

Which Plant Is Right for Your Garden?

Choose Green Bean if you want a low-maintenance plant. It thrives in full sun with medium water in zones 2–11.

Choose Shasta Daisy if you want a low-maintenance plant, need drought tolerance, and want deer resistance. It thrives in full sun with medium water in zones 5–9.

Plant them together? Both overlap in zones 5–9. They share similar sun requirements (full sun), making them potential garden companions.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can Green Bean and Shasta Daisy grow in the same hardiness zone?

Green Bean grows in USDA zones 2-11, while Shasta Daisy grows in zones 5-9. Both plants can grow together in zones 5 through 9.

Do Green Bean and Shasta Daisy have the same sun and water needs?

Green Bean needs full sun and medium water, while Shasta Daisy needs full sun and medium water. They share similar growing requirements and can be planted in the same bed.

Which grows taller, Green Bean or Shasta Daisy?

Shasta Daisy grows taller at 3' compared to Green Bean at 2'. Shasta Daisy spreads 2' while Green Bean spreads 8".

Are Green Bean and Shasta Daisy deer resistant?

Shasta Daisy is deer resistant, but Green Bean is not. If deer are a concern, Shasta Daisy is the better choice, or protect Green Bean with fencing.

Which is easier to maintain, Green Bean or Shasta Daisy?

Both Green Bean and Shasta Daisy have low maintenance requirements. They need a similar level of care including regular attention to watering, pruning, and soil health.

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Detailed Comparison

Feature	Green Bean	Shasta Daisy
Scientific Name	Phaseolus vulgaris	Leucanthemum × superbum
Family	Fabaceae	Asteraceae
Category	vegetables	flowers
Sun	☀️ Full Sun	☀️ Full Sun
Water	💧💧 Medium	💧💧 Medium
Soil	Well-drained	Well-drained
Height	2'	3'
Spread	8"	2'
Bloom Season	Summer	Summer
Bloom Color	White	White
Growth Rate	Fast	Fast
Native Region	Central/South America	Hybrid (US)
Maintenance	Low	Low

Care Tips

Green Bean

✓Direct sow after all frost danger.
✓Don't soak seeds.
✓Pick every 2-3 days to encourage production.
✓Rotate planting location yearly.
✓Beans fix nitrogen — don't fertilize heavily.

Shasta Daisy

✓Deadhead for continuous bloom.
✓Divide every 2-3 years.
✓Cut back after first bloom for possible rebloom.
✓Excellent cut flower lasting 7-14 days in vase.

Which Plant Is Right for Your Garden?

Choose Green Bean if you want a low-maintenance plant. It thrives in full sun with medium water in zones 2–11.

Choose Shasta Daisy if you want a low-maintenance plant, need drought tolerance, and want deer resistance. It thrives in full sun with medium water in zones 5–9.

Plant them together? Both overlap in zones 5–9. They share similar sun requirements (full sun), making them potential garden companions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Green Bean and Shasta Daisy grow in the same hardiness zone?

Green Bean grows in USDA zones 2-11, while Shasta Daisy grows in zones 5-9. Both plants can grow together in zones 5 through 9.

Do Green Bean and Shasta Daisy have the same sun and water needs?

Green Bean needs full sun and medium water, while Shasta Daisy needs full sun and medium water. They share similar growing requirements and can be planted in the same bed.

Which grows taller, Green Bean or Shasta Daisy?

Shasta Daisy grows taller at 3' compared to Green Bean at 2'. Shasta Daisy spreads 2' while Green Bean spreads 8".

Are Green Bean and Shasta Daisy deer resistant?

Shasta Daisy is deer resistant, but Green Bean is not. If deer are a concern, Shasta Daisy is the better choice, or protect Green Bean with fencing.

Which is easier to maintain, Green Bean or Shasta Daisy?

Both Green Bean and Shasta Daisy have low maintenance requirements. They need a similar level of care including regular attention to watering, pruning, and soil health.