Originally introduced into London from North America in the 1700s, and now widespread. A late summer blossom, its name stems from St Michael’s Day (Michaelmas), 29th September, although it flowers much earlier in London, and provides an important nectar source well into the autumn.

Find michaelmas daisy on a London Nature Trail at:

• Silkstream park, Rushgrove Park, Quainton Open Space and Welsh Harp (Brent) Reservoir on the walk from Burnt Oak to Wembley

• Grand Union Canal and Regent’s Canal on the walk from Swiss Cottage to King’s Cross

• Russia Dock Woodland on the walk from Bermondsey to Brockley

• Royal Docks, Bow Creek Ecology Park, Cody Dock and London Blossom Garden on the walk from Wanstead to Royal Docks