Aster Bahamas Pink

Common Name:
Michaelmas Daisy 'Bahamas'

Description:
Aster novi-belgii 'Bahamas', commonly known as Michaelmas Daisy 'Bahamas', is a compact, clump-forming perennial that brings vibrant colour to the garden from late summer into autumn. This variety produces masses of cerise pink, starry flowers with bright yellow centres, creating a cheerful display that attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies. Its bushy habit and dark green foliage make it an excellent choice for borders, containers, and wildlife gardens. In Melbourne's temperate climate, 'Bahamas' thrives in fertile, moist, well-drained soil and performs best in full sun to partial shade. Regular deadheading encourages prolonged blooming, and cutting back the stems in late autumn prepares the plant for vigorous growth in the following season. Its resilience and low maintenance requirements make it a valuable addition to any garden seeking late-season interest.

Form:

• Shrub - Small

Mature Size:

• Height: 30–60 cm

• Width: 30–45 cm

Aspect:

• Full Sun

• Part Shade

Flowering:

• Flowers in Late Summer

• Flowers in Autumn

Flower Colour:

• Cerise Pink with Yellow Centres

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Pots

• Bee Attracting

• Perennial

• Suitable for Cut Flowers

• Suitable for Borders

• Low Maintenance

• Drought Tolerant (once established)

• Coastal Tolerant

• Deer Resistant

Toxicity:
Not known to be toxic to humans or pets. However, ingestion in large quantities may cause mild gastrointestinal upset.

Companion Plants:

• Sedum (Sedum spp.)

• Echinacea (Echinacea spp.)

• Rudbeckia (Rudbeckia spp.)

• Salvia (Salvia spp.)

• Coreopsis (Coreopsis spp.)