The herbaceous perennial Aster novi-belgii 'Niobe' (michaelmas daisy) bears showy, white and fragrant blossoms during late summer to early fall. The matte foliage is medium green in colour and medium in texture.
Typical Uses
Bedding plant, border, container, cut flowers and wild flower.
Special Characteristics
It is worthy to note that Aster novi-belgii 'Niobe' tolerates drought. This herbaceous perennial attracts butterflies to your garden.
Cautions
With its fast growth rate, Aster novi-belgii 'Niobe' (michaelmas daisy) will reach its mature size quickly. Keep this in mind when planning the layout of your garden. Reaching maturity quickly can be a benefit if you want your garden to look more established sooner. This plant is self-sowing, and without intervention may spread broadly and randomly.