Asters, or Michaelmas daisies, are popular for their late flowering and daisy-like blooms. This book presents a comprehensive and wide-ranging study of the genus. It offers an account of the history of asters all over the world, their botany and cultivation, and the descriptive text and photographs enable readers to identify species and cultivars easily. The book also provides lists of where to see and buy the best asters. Expert guidance is offered on how to cultivate asters to their full potential and produce specimens for showing. Advice on pest control and diseases is also included.