Syn. Symphyotrichum novi-belgii ‘White Queen’
 
Asteraceae
Hardy Perennial
Sun to part shade
Ht. 1.2m
1L recycled plastic pot 
 
A beautiful clumping perennial Aster, that spreads readily perfect for your cutting garden.   Flowers in March (early autumn) with tall plumes of white daisies.  Though preferring a sunny spot with good drainage, they are tolerant of heavier soils and light shade. Best divided every few years to multiply and maintain vigour.  
 
Notes on Cutting
 
For a multitude of lighter shorter stems cut back in spring, or for fewer heavier, taller stems leave to their own devices.  The flower stems benefit from some good support - though I do enjoy the interesting shaped stems created by a good flop!
For the longest vase life, best cut when 20% of flowers are open on the spray.