Michaelmas Daisy – White

Description

Michaelmas Daisy – White
White Michaelmas daisies are hardy perennial flowering plants valued for their masses of small white daisy-like blooms that appear in late summer to autumn. They bring bright colour to the garden when many other plants are finishing.
🌼 Key Features
Flower colour: Pure white with yellow centres
Height: Typically 60 cm – 1.2 m depending on the variety
Flowering time: Late summer to autumn
Growth habit: Bushy clumps that spread slowly each year
Pollinators: Excellent for bees and butterflies
☀️ Growing Conditions
Sun: Full sun to light partial shade
Water: Moderate; prefers well-drained soil
Soil: Average garden soil, improves with compost
Hardiness: Very hardy and low-maintenance
✂️ Care Tips
Cut back stems after flowering or in winter.
Divide clumps every 2–3 years to keep plants vigorous.
Staking may help taller varieties in windy areas.
🌿 Garden Uses
Cottage gardens
Mixed perennial borders
Pollinator gardens
Cut flowers