
Japanese Aster
Kalimeris Integrifolia Daisy Mae
Vigorous and floriferous, Kalimeris integrifolia 'Daisy Mae' offers a continuous display of charming, daisy-like blooms from summer into fall.
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About this plant
Kalimeris integrifolia 'Daisy Mae', commonly known as Japanese Aster, is a robust and highly adaptable perennial admired for its abundant, delicate white flowers with bright yellow centers. This cultivar forms a neat, mounding habit of deep green foliage, providing a lush backdrop for the seemingly endless parade of blooms. 'Daisy Mae' is an exceptional choice for adding long-lasting color and texture to perennial borders, cottage gardens, or meadow plantings. Its cheerful flowers are not only beautiful but also attract a variety of beneficial pollinators, making it a valuable addition to an eco-conscious garden. Easy to grow and maintain, this Japanese Aster thrives in a range of conditions and offers year after year of reliable beauty. Its extended bloom period ensures your garden remains vibrant when many other plants have faded.
Care & maintenance
Kalimeris 'Daisy Mae' is a low-maintenance perennial. Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continuous flowering and maintain a tidy appearance. Cut back hard in late fall or early spring to promote vigorous new growth. Divide clumps every 3-4 years to rejuvenate plants.
Quick facts
- Type
- perennial
- Mature height
- 2-3 feet
- Mature width
- 2-3 feet
- Sun
- Full Sun to Partial Shade
- Water
- Medium; drought tolerant once established
- Growth rate
- Medium to Fast