New England Aster or Symphyotrichum

Aster novae- angliae

  • 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


Height: 3-6 ft
Spread: 2-3 ft
Spacing: 2-3 in
Zone: 4-8
Color: Pink, Purple

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Characteristics & Attributes

Attracts Wildlife:

» Attracts Butterflies

Critter Resistance:

» Deer Resistant

Foliage Color:

» Green

Exposure:

» Full Sun
» Partial Sun

Soil Moisture:

» Average Water
» Moist, Well Drained

Attributes:

» can be planted under Black Walnut Trees
» Cut Flower/Foliage
» Erosion control
» Fall Color
» Long Blooming
» Native
» Naturalizing
» RainGarden
» Tolerates Clay Soil

Habit:

» Upright

Season of Interest (Flowering):

» Fall
» Summer