Description
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.
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Type: |
Perennial |
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Origins: |
N. America, SE Native |
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Height: |
2’ – 3’ |
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Spread: |
3’ – 4’ |
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Spacing: |
3’ |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
3 – 8 |
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Culture: |
Full Sun |
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Bloom Color: |
Purple |
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Season of Interest: |
Fall |
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.
