



Aster novae- angliae
New England Aster (Symphyotrichum)
- One of the tallest and most magnificent of the native asters
- Bright pink to purple flowers with orange center starting in August well into fall
- Important late season nectar source for butterflies
- Category: Perennials, Natives, MD Native Plants
- Hardiness Zone: 4-8
- Height: 3-6 ft
- Spread: 2-3 ft
- Spacing: 2-3 in
- Bloom Color: Pink, Purple
- Foliage Color: Green
Attributes
• | can be planted under Black Walnut Trees |
• | Cut Flower/Foliage |
• | Drought Tolerant |
• | Erosion control |
• | Long Blooming |
• | Maryland Native Plant |
• | Mass Planting |
• | Native |
• | Naturalizing |
• | RainGarden |
• | Tolerates Clay Soil |
Foliage Color
• | Green |
Exposure
• | Full Sun |
Habit
• | Upright |
Critter Resistance
• | Deer Resistant |