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New England Aster

Symphyotrichum novae-angliae

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ZONES  3-8 | Good to grow! Zone

Aster novae-angliae is also known as New England Aster, a native that reliably feeds bees and monarch butterflies. Large, showy purple blooms last from summer till frost. Grows up to 6 feet tall.

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Aster novae-angliae is also known as New England Aster and is a critical source of food for pollinators in the fall, most notably the monarch butterfly population. While other nectar sources become scarce, long-blooming asters can supply them with the energy they need to migrate in the fall. Different than others, New England Aster loves to grow in moist, but well-draining soils, open areas, in full sun to partial shade. They are deer resistant and great for a cut flowers.

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Key Features

Advantages

  • Bee Friendly
  • Attracts Butterflies
  • Attracts Birds
  • Native
  • Easy To Grow
  • Cut Flowers
  • Deer Resistant

Light Requirements

  • Full Sun
  • Half Sun / Half Shade

Bloom Time

Late summer to fall

Additional information

Planting Time

  • Spring / Summer

Soil Moisture

  • Average
  • Moist / Wet

Soil Type

  • Loamy Soil
  • Well-Drained Soil

Mature Height

48-72" tall (4-6 feet)

Mature Spread

24-36" wide

Planting Depth

The base of the stem(s) should be just at the soil surface after watering in

Growing Zones

  • Zone 3
  • Zone 4
  • Zone 5
  • Zone 6
  • Zone 7
  • Zone 8

Neonicotinoid Free

Yes

Non-GMO

No

Ships As

Potted Plant
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