Erigeron 'Sommerneuschnee'

fleabane

• Position: full sun
• Soil: fertile, well-drained soil
• Rate of Growth: average
• Flowering period: June to October
• Hardiness: fully hardy
  
  Its name translates to 'new snow in summer' and this effectively describes the soft, fluffy effect created by the fine, almost shredded appearance of this pink-flushed, white daisy. From June to October, masses of large flowers with yellow centres appear above the clumps of grey-green leaves. It looks particularly good planted among other sun-loving summer flowers with a strong form, such as salvias and achilleas. Bees and butterflies love all erigerons, so they make a wonderful addition to a wildlife garden.
  
  
• Garden care: The plant may need staking. Cut back flowered stems to encourage a new flush of flowers. In autumn, cut to ground level. Lift and divide large clumps every second or third year, discarding the woody crowns.