Grape Crush New England Aster is bushy native perennial with a mounded habit and hairy stems with rough lance-like dark green leaves. Rich dark purple daisy-like flowers completely cover the plant from in fall. Prefers full sun and rich, moist soils.
Type: |
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Origins: |
N. America, SE Native |
Height: |
2’ - 3’ |
Spread: |
3’ - 4’ |
Spacing: |
3’ |
USDA Hardiness Zone: |
3 - 8 |
Culture: |
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Bloom Color: |
Purple |
Season of Interest: |
MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Medium Maintenance Plant. Susceptible to powdery mildew if in poorly-drained soil. Cut stalks after flowering to prevent self-seeding.
LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Gardens, Wildlife Gardens, Naturalized Areas, and Containers.
COMPANION PLANTS: Goldenrod, Marsh Blazing Star, Big Bluestem
IMAGES: Photo by Proven Winners, Grape Crush New England Aster, (2) ECP, Purple Asters & Brown Pods in an Autumn Garden
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.