Aster novae-belgii

New York Aster

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New York Aster produces an abundance of blooms on compact plants. The plants prefer evenly moist soil but tolerate poor soil. They bloom poorly in dry soil. Performance is best in full sun to light shade.

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Height
-24 Inches

Spread
24-36 Inches

Bloom/Seasonal Color
Violet

USDA Hardiness Zone 4-8

Home Owner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Division is best done in October or early spring.

Good Companions

Cliff Goldenrod (Solidago drummondii), Prairie Dropseed (Sporobolus heterolepis)

Characteristics & Attributes

Hydrologic Designation

•

FACW

Nature Attracting

•	Butterfly
•	Beneficial Insects

Root

•

Fibrous

Season of Interest

•	Late (July-frost)

Soil Moisture

•	Moderate
•	Average

Special Uses

•	Containers

Sun Exposure

•

Full Sun

Wildlife Benefit

•	Butterfly Nectar