Flowers - Aster, New England (Michaelmas Daisy)
The New England Aster (Symphyotrichum novae-angliae), also called Michaelmas daisy, offers gorgeous 1.5" blooms in vibrant shades of purple, pink, or white. Long daisy-like petals grow around a yellow center on a 3'-6' sturdy, hairy, leafy stem. A sweet show in the garden or in a vase.
- Life cycle: Herbaceous perennial
- Bloom season: Summer, fall
- Attracts: Bees, butterflies, and other pollinators
- Flower meaning: Afterthought, daintiness, elegance, love of variety, patience
SEED PLANTING TIPS
- Botanical name: Symphyotrichum novae-angliae
- Hardiness zones: 4-8
- Planting season: Spring
- Days to maturity: 90-120
- Cold stratify: Yes
- Depth to plant seeds: Lightly cover - seeds need light to germinate
- Spacing between plants: 12"-24" apart
- Days to germinate (sprout): 14-21 days
- Germination soil temps: 70F-75F
- Soil types: Loamy, rich, moist, well-drained
- Soil pH: 5.8-6.8
- Water needs: Average
- Sun needs: Full sun, part shade
- Frost tolerant: No
- Drought tolerant: No
- Deer resistant: Yes
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