Overview
Boltonia asteroides var. recognita is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Boltonia, part of the Asteraceae family, with deciduous foliage. Boltonia asteroides var. recognita grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, prairie planting, city and courtyard gardens, coastal, wildflower meadow, wildlife gardens, flower borders and beds and cut flowers.
About
Boltonia asteroides var. recognita is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial belonging to the genus Boltonia, known for its elongated stems topped with daisy-like blooms above blue-green foliage. This deciduous plant thrives in full sun or partial shade and adapts well to various soil types, including chalk, clay, loam, and sand, provided the soil is moist but well-drained. Hardy to UK zone H6, it suits a range of garden settings such as cottage gardens, wildflower meadows, and coastal areas. It flowers in spring and summer, adding seasonal interest to informal and wildlife-friendly planting schemes.
About the genus
Boltonia is a genus of plants in the family Asteraceae native primarily to North America with one species in eastern Asia.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Boltonia
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Boltonia asteroides var. recognita size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Prairie planting, City and courtyard gardens, Coastal, Wildflower meadow, Wildlife gardens, Flower borders and beds, Cut flowers
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Boltonia asteroides var. recognita
- Propagation
- Seed sown in a cold frame in autumn, Divide in early spring every two or three years
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to powdery mildews
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Boltonia asteroides var. recognita?
Boltonia asteroides var. recognita prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Boltonia asteroides var. recognita need?
Boltonia asteroides var. recognita is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Boltonia asteroides var. recognita hardy in the UK?
Boltonia asteroides var. recognita has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Boltonia asteroides var. recognita?
Seed sown in a cold frame in autumn, Divide in early spring every two or three years.
More in the Boltonia genus
- Boltonia asteroidesfalse chamomile
- Boltonia asteroides 'Diva'
- Boltonia asteroides 'Pink Beauty'
- Boltonia decurrensdecurrent false aster
- Boltonia latisquama