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Aster novae-angliae
New England Aster
Description
Aster novae-angliae, or New England Aster, is a 3-5 foot perennial for full to part sun and moist, damp soils. New England Aster’s very showy, deep violet to purple flowers appear in late summer to early fall. It is a great cut flower and butterfly nectar source.
Aster novae-angliae is also known as Symphyotrichum novae-angliae.
Culture details
| Benefits | Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Meadow Classic, Monarch Favorite, Pollinator Friendly, Rain Garden |
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| Spacing | 1'-18" |