White Doll’s Daisy

(Boltonia asteroides)

White Doll’s Daisy (Boltonia asteroides)

Photo by David J. Stang

CC BY-SA 4.0

Image By: Photo by David J. Stang

Recorded By:

Copyright Notice: Photo by: Photo by David J. Stang | License Type: CC BY-SA 4.0 | License URL: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0 | Uploader: David Stang | Publisher: Wikimedia Commons | Title: Boltonia_asteroides_Nana_5zz.jpg | Notes: {{Information |Description=A picture a plant. Photo taken [[:en:Chanticleer Garden|Chanticleer Garden]] where it was identified.{{Ram-Man Camera 1 | camera = Nikon D50 | lens = Nikon Nikkor ED AF-S DX 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G | focallength = 0 | aper

Estimated Native Range

Summary

Boltonia asteroides, commonly known as White Doll’s Daisy, is a deciduous perennial herb that is native to a variety of habitats including moist prairies, wet meadows, stream banks, and floodplains in the Central and Eastern United States. It typically grows to a height of 16 to 78 inches (40.6 to 198.1 cm) and can spread widely via stolons, which are horizontal stems that run along the ground’s surface. The plant features numerous daisy-like flower heads with white or occasionally lavender ray florets surrounding a center of yellow disc florets, blooming from late summer to early fall. The flowers are moderately showy and attract pollinators such as butterflies.

White Doll’s Daisy is valued for its late-season blooms and ability to naturalize in suitable conditions. It is often used in wildflower gardens, as a border plant, or in naturalized areas where its height can add vertical interest. This species thrives in full sun but can tolerate part shade, especially in hot climates. It prefers consistently moist soils with good drainage but can adapt to average garden conditions. While generally easy to maintain, it may require staking in rich soils to prevent flopping. Boltonia asteroides is not commonly associated with serious pests or diseases, but powdery mildew can occur in humid conditions. It is not known to be invasive and is a good choice for gardeners looking to support native flora and fauna.CC BY-SA 4.0

Plant Description

Plant Type: Herb
Height: 5-6 feet
Width: 2-4 feet
Growth Rate: Rapid
Flower Color: White
Flowering Season: Summer, Fall
Leaf Retention: Deciduous

Growth Requirements

Sun: Full Sun
Water: Medium
Drainage: Fast, Medium

Common Uses

Bank Stabilization, Bird Garden, Border Plant, Butterfly Garden, Deer Resistant, Hummingbird Garden, Low Maintenance, Salt Tolerant, Showy Flowers, Street Planting, Water Garden

Natural Habitat

Moist prairies, wet meadows, stream banks, and floodplains

Other Names

Common Names: Star Boltonia , White Doll’s-Daisy , Bolton’s Aster , Aster-Like Boltonia , White Boltonia , Asterlike Boltonia , False Chamomile , False Aster , Scheinkamille , Boltonie Faux-Aster , Boltonie Blanche

Scientific Names: Boltonia asteroides , Boltonia asteroides var. glastifolia , Boltonia glastifolia , Boltonia asteroides f. rosea , Matricaria asteroides , Matricaria glastifolia , Actartife angustifolia , Actartife cuneifolia , Boltonia asteroides f. asteroides , Madea glauca

GBIF Accepted Name: Boltonia asteroides (L.) L’Hér.