✂ Cut Flower

White Aster

The 1879 cut flower that every flower farmer still grows today.

Also known as: Pompon White Aster

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Pompon · 2–2.4"White1879Netherlands

White Aster is a pompon dahlia that opens 2–2.4" blooms in white. Some varieties earn their place through novelty. White Aster earned its place for generations of never being replaced. It is a 1879 Netherlands introduction.

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Specifications

Physical

Form: Pompon
Bloom class: Munder 4"
Bloom size: 2–2.4"(5.0–6.0 cm)
Plant height: 20–47"

Color

Color: White
Pattern: Solid
Tags: whiteivorypure whitecream

Growing context

Flowering season: Mid season
Cut flower: ✓ Yes
Stem length: 18"

Provenance

1879
Netherlands

About White Aster

One of the oldest catalogued dahlias still in active cultivation — first introduced more than 147 years ago.

Growing White Aster

Plant in full sun after all frost risk has passed. Pinch the growing tip when your plant reaches about knee height to encourage branching and heavier bloom production. Stake early, as this variety produces abundantly and stems will need support as they fill out. Deadhead spent blooms regularly to keep production going strong from midsummer through the first hard frost. Divide tubers every year or two to maintain vigor.

Spacing: Space roughly 2–3 ft apart
Staking: Staking recommended once buds set