In 1959 Mr. J. Axe crossed A. macleanii with A. christophii. From the seedlings that emerged, A. ‘Beauregard’ and A. ‘Globemaster’ were selected. The latter stands out because of its large glossy leaves and extraordinary large aster violet flower (diameter 25 cm).
This plant has a long flowering period that starts early June. A superb cut flower and an absolute eye-catcher for in the flowerbed.