aster novae-angliae (new england aster) native
$15.95
- AKA symphyotrichum novae-angliae
- large, rose-purple flowers, consisting of numerous rays around a yellow centre
- upright habit with narrow, hairy, green leaves, up to 10 cm long
- bloom time: august to october
- zone 3
- height 100-125cm
- spread 50-60cm
- colour purple (deep)
- grows best in full sun and an average to moist soil
- needs good air circulation to limit mildew issues and prevent the bottom foliage from dropping
- pinch back 1/3 of the foliage twice before early summer, to maintain shape and foliage vigour
- may require staking
- excellent for naturalizing open areas along railroads, roadsides and waste area
- full sun partial sun/shade
- attracts butterflies
- salt tolerant
- native to ontario
- (image courtesy of NVK nurseries, NVK holdings inc.)