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New England aster

New England aster

Symphyotrichum novae-angliae

perennial☀️ full sun💧💧 moderate waterZone 4aZone 8b

A tall native perennial with daisy-like purple or pink flowers that bloom prolifically in late summer and fall. Excellent for cutting and attracts pollinators; spreads readily and is easy to grow.

Overview

Form
Upright
Growth Rate
moderate
Size
3–6′ tall × 2–4′ wide
Dormancy
deciduous

Tolerances & Soil

Zone 4aZone 8b
1471013
ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 4a to Zone 8b

Seasonality

Bloom Season

J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Season of Interest

Fall

Succession Role

early successionalmid successional

Native to the United States

Native Range

Eastern North America

Native to: Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Delaware, Virginia, West Virginia, Ohio, Michigan, Indiana, Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Missouri, Kentucky, Tennessee, North Carolina, South Carolina

Function & Care

pollinator nectarywildlife benefit

Establishment & Care

Establishment
easy
Maintenance
low
Propagation
seed, division