Aster
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Aster—the daisy-like, star-shaped flowers that produce vibrant blooms from late summer to fall. It’s the perfect plant to transition your garden between these two seasons. Like mums, aster bloom in response to the shorter days of fall. So, when most summer blooms are fading, aster is just getting started.
The name aster is a greek word meaning star. However, it is a native perennial, originating in North America. Although today, it is commonly found in Asia and Europe, with over 600 species and several hybrids. The most common aster are New England and New York aster, which come in many colors and sizes.
Since there are so many hybrids, the characteristics, care, and color options will vary from plant to plant. For instance, New York aster comes in multiple colors and has single, semi-double, and double blooms. Whereas, New England aster also bloom in various colors but only have single blooms. They also are typically larger than New York aster.
Flower Facts
| Common Name | Aster |
| Botanical Name | Symphyotrichum |
| Recommended Planting Time | Late summer to fall |
| Bloom Time | August – October |
| Growth Habit | Mounding |
| Light Requirements | Full sun – Part sun |
| Moisture Requirements | 1 inch of water per week |
| Colors | Blue, Pink, Purple, Red, & White |
| Foliage Color | Blue/Green |
| Hardy | No |
| Size | H-1’ – 6’; W-1’ – 4’ |
| Spacing | 1’ – 3’ |
So look for varieties that fit within your garden and will perform in your local climate. Aster is beautiful in borders, and rock and wildflower gardens, depending on the type. It attracts pollinators like bees, butterflies, and seed-eating birds. You can’t go wrong with this easy-care, low-maintenance plant.
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