Shasta Daisy Cream Puff perennials prefer to be in average, fertile, well-draining soil conditions. This plant is not particular to soil pH but prefers to be either in acidic or neutral soil. In the winter, the soil conditions must be well-draining. One way to improve drainage throughout the entire year is if you plant your perennials in raised beds. Shasta Daisy Cream Puff plants are prone to root rot disease, and the best way to avoid that is ensuring the soil is well-draining.