New England Aster (Aster novae-angliae (Symphyotrichum novae-angliae))-Hort Answers

New England Aster
Aster novae-angliae (Symphyotrichum novae-angliae)

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Flowers of New England Aster

Features

Purple, daisy-like flowers.

Culture

Full sun; moist, well drained soils.

Mature Height

3-7 Feet

Native To:

Illinois
Indiana
Iowa
Michigan
Missouri
Ohio
Wisconsin

USDA Hardiness Zone

4 - 8

Bloom Color

Purple

Bloom Season

August - October

Soil Conditions

Moist, Well-Drained
Wet

Exposure/Light Requirements

Full Sun

Pests and Problems

Environmental Damage

Additional pests and problems that may affect this plant:

No serious insect or disease problems, although powdery mildew can occur.

Additional Notes

New England Aster is found in meadows and wet soils.