Asters — New England aster (Symphyotrichum novae-angliae) Plants
Asters — New England aster (Symphyotrichum novae-angliae) Plants
A fall-blooming meadow aster with bright purple or pink flowers, yellow centers. Dark green foliage can be cut back in mid summer to control height. Flowers supply abundant nectar for late season bees and butterflies Foliage important for many species in their larval stages. Excellent garden and landscape plant with late season interest.
Native to: Maine - Eastern Great Lakes and Lowlands, Northeastern and Atlantic Coast
Growing conditions: Sun to part shade, average to moist soil.
Natural habitat: Meadows, roadsides, and ditches. Fertile moist soils.
Grows up to: 2-5'
Blooms: Mid-summer
Pairs well with: Black-eyed coneflower, Blue vervain, Golden Alexander
Sun
Part Shade
Wet
Medium