New England Aster

New England Aster

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New England Aster
  • New England Aster
  • New England Aster
New England Aster

New England Aster
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New England Aster (Symphyotrichum novae‑angliae) is a tall, branching perennial covered in purple flowers with bright yellow centers from August through October. It brings late season color to meadows and moist gardens when many other flowers have finished blooming. Give it room to reach its full height, which can be up to six feet.

Growing Conditions

Sun exposureFull sun, Part sun
Soil moistureMoist, Medium
Mature height5.0 ft
Mature spread2.0 ft
Bloom period
September, October
Flower color
Purple, Yellow
Natural habitat
Meadows & grasslands, Wet meadows & seeps, Floodplains & streambanks
Planting & Care
Plant in full sun to partial shade in moist, well drained soil. It grows naturally in meadows, low valleys, and along stream banks. New England Aster can struggle in dry soil or deep shade, and tall stems may need staking. To manage its height, prune about one third of the plant in early summer. It may self seed in a suitable spot.
Ecology & Wildlife
The flowers provide late season nectar for bees, butterflies, and migrating monarchs. Pearl Crescent caterpillars use the plant as a host, and birds eat the seeds.
Seed & Plant Provenance
N/A

Estimated availability: Spring 2027

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