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Kalimeris incisa Alba

Kalimeris incisa Alba
Cutleaf, Japanese Aster, Cut-leaf Japanese Aster

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Very pretty. An easy, low-maintenance plant that flowers for a long time in the sun. I've paired them with a rose, campanulate flowers, and geraniums...

Laurence , 18/10/2024

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This petite perennial blooms all summer, attracting a large number of butterflies. Its numerous small flowers, resembling those of asters, are white with a yellow centre. It thrives in ordinary soils that are not too heavy and not too dry. It can be placed in the sun or under light shade. Low maintenance and hardy, it is perfect for creating delicate bouquets.
Flower size
2 cm
Height at maturity
55 cm
Spread at maturity
50 cm
Exposure
Sun
Hardiness
Hardy down to -29°C
Soil moisture
Moist soil
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Best planting time March, October
Recommended planting time February to April, September to November
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Description

Kalimeris incisa 'Alba' is the white-flowered form of a perennial closely related to the aster. It is easy to grow and quite charming. Its countless small flowers, resembling daisies, bloom from early summer until September, above light green foliage that is highly "incised". The natural charm of this flowering is enhanced by a constant flight of multicoloured butterflies. This kalimeris is very tolerant and can grow in most soils as long as they are not too poor, heavy, or dry in summer. Plant it along the edge of a sunny flower bed for a natural and spontaneous atmosphere.

Kalimeris incisa is an herbaceous plant from the Asteraceae family. It is native to northeastern Asia, from Siberia to China, Korea, and Japan. In the wild, it can be found in meadows in lowlands. The flowers of this species are usually a light blue-mauve with a yellow centre. The 'Alba' variety only differs in the white colour of its flowers. It is a perennial with a bushy and upright habit, reaching about 50 to 55cm (20 to 22in) in height and spreading as wide. Its erect stems bear oblong, dentate, and tender green leaves. Small but numerous, they cover the clump to form a verdant backdrop that welcomes an abundance of flowers from June onwards. These flowers are similar to those of asters, with small daisy-like florets measuring 2 to 3cm (1in) in diameter. They have a prominent yellow centre and a row of delicate and long white florets. They bloom from early summer until September, provided that faded flowers are regularly removed and the plant is not lacking water. The above-ground vegetation is deciduous, emerging from the ground in spring and drying up in late autumn.

Kalimeris incisa 'Alba' is a robust and hardy perennial (it easily withstands temperatures below -15°C (5°F)) that requires little monitoring. It enjoys full sun but can tolerate partial shade. It can be placed along the edge of flower beds in a ribbon-like fashion, thus highlighting the silhouette of tall summer perennials such as lavateras and dame's rocket. For a wild effect, combine it with yarrows, sneezeweeds, and field scabious at the base of Rose 'Ballerina' or Buddleia 'Lochinch'.

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Kalimeris incisa Alba (Foliage) Foliage

Flowering

Flower colour white
Flowering time June to September
Inflorescence Flower head
Flower size 2 cm
Bee-friendly Attracts pollinators
Good for cut flowers Cut flower blooms

Foliage

Foliage persistence Deciduous
Foliage colour light green

Plant habit

Height at maturity 55 cm
Spread at maturity 50 cm
Growth rate normal

Botanical data

Genus

Kalimeris

Species

incisa

Cultivar

Alba

Family

Asteraceae

Other common names

Cutleaf, Japanese Aster, Cut-leaf Japanese Aster

Origin

Cultivar or hybrid

Product reference18877

Planting and care

Easy to grow, Kalimeris incisa 'Alba' is a tolerant plant. It prefers the sun but can tolerate partial shade. This plant adapts to ordinary, rather rich, well-drained soil that does not dry out too much in summer. It can withstand temperatures as low as -15°C (5°F) and is therefore suitable for many climates. By removing faded flowers as they appear, you will encourage the growth of new ones.

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Planting period

Best planting time March, October
Recommended planting time February to April, September to November

Intended location

Suitable for Meadow, Rockery
Type of use Border, Edge of border
Hardiness Hardy down to -29°C (USDA zone 5) Show map
Ease of cultivation Amateur
Planting density 5 per m2
Exposure Sun
Soil pH Neutral, Calcareous
Soil type Clayey-chalky (heavy and alkaline), Silty-loamy (rich and light)
Soil moisture Moist soil,

Care

Pruning instructions By removing faded flowers as they appear, you will encourage the arrival of new ones. Prune the dry vegetation at the end of winter.
Pruning Pruning recommended once a year
Pruning time March
Disease resistance Good
Overwinter Can be left in the ground
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