noun
- A genus of North American flowering plants in the daisy family, characterized by small white, pink, or purple flowers and feathery foliage.
Usage: botanical term; often used in gardening and horticulture
Examples
- The boltonia in her garden bloomed profusely in late summer.
- Boltonia asteroides is a popular perennial for wildflower gardens.
- She planted boltonia along the fence to create a natural screen.
- The delicate boltonia flowers attracted numerous butterflies and bees.
- Gardeners appreciate boltonia for its low maintenance and long flowering period.