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New England Aster

Aster Novae-Angliae

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Overview

The New England Aster (Aster novae-angliae) is a hardy perennial, thriving in zones 4-8, and flourishes in full sun to partial shade. Reaching heights of 3-6 feet with a spread of 2-3 feet, it boasts vibrant purple to rose-hued blooms, with yellow centers, from late summer to fall. These flowers attract pollinators and are ideal for borders or wildflower gardens, offering late-season color and wildlife support.

Sun FullWater MediumZones 6–10
New England Aster (Aster Novae-Angliae) — The New England Aster (Aster novae-angliae) is a hardy perennial

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Medium
USDA zones
6–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Asteraceae

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Photos (156)

New England Aster (Aster Novae-Angliae) — occasional pruning may be necessary to maintain a tidy appearance; offering late-season color and, image 113
New England Aster (Aster Novae-Angliae) — Given its height and potential for a bushy growth habit; supporting a symbiotic relationship with the, image 112
New England Aster (Aster Novae-Angliae) — which can offer an additional layer of life and activity to the landscape; but can also endure partial, image 111
New England Aster (Aster Novae-Angliae) — particularly attracting butterflies; indigenous to the Northeastern United States, image 110
New England Aster (Aster Novae-Angliae) — It's noteworthy for its resilience against common pests and diseases; the New England Aster (Aster, image 109
New England Aster (Aster Novae-Angliae) — It prefers moist, well-drained soils with a pH that ranges from mildly acidic to neutral; it's noteworthy, image 108
New England Aster (Aster Novae-Angliae) — but can also endure partial shade; typically blooming in the late summer through fall, image 107
New England Aster (Aster Novae-Angliae) — the New England Aster thrives in full sunlight; reaching heights of 3-6 feet with a spread of 2-3 feet, image 106
New England Aster (Aster Novae-Angliae) — making it a striking backdrop or a prominent feature in any garden design.<br><br>Robust and adaptable, image 105
New England Aster (Aster Novae-Angliae) — This hardy plant can reach an impressive height of 3 to 6 feet with a spread of about 2 to 3 feet, image 104
New England Aster (Aster Novae-Angliae) — it provides a dramatic splash of color leading up to the first frosts of winter; these flowers attract, image 103
New England Aster (Aster Novae-Angliae) — The New England Aster (Aster novae-angliae) is a hardy perennial
New England Aster (Aster Novae-Angliae) — and flourishes in full sun to partial shade
New England Aster (Aster Novae-Angliae) — Reaching heights of 3-6 feet with a spread of 2-3 feet
New England Aster (Aster Novae-Angliae) — it boasts vibrant purple to rose-hued blooms
New England Aster (Aster Novae-Angliae) — These flowers attract pollinators and are ideal for borders or wildflower gardens
New England Aster (Aster Novae-Angliae) — offering late-season color and wildlife support
New England Aster (Aster Novae-Angliae) — The New England Aster (Aster novae-angliae) is a charismatic perennial
New England Aster (Aster Novae-Angliae) — indigenous to the Northeastern United States
New England Aster (Aster Novae-Angliae) — celebrated for its vibrant purple to magenta blossoms
New England Aster (Aster Novae-Angliae) — Typically blooming in the late summer through fall
New England Aster (Aster Novae-Angliae) — it provides a dramatic splash of color leading up to the first frosts of winter
New England Aster (Aster Novae-Angliae) — This hardy plant can reach an impressive height of 3 to 6 feet with a spread of about 2 to 3 feet
New England Aster (Aster Novae-Angliae) — making it a striking backdrop or a prominent feature in any garden design.<br><br>Robust and adaptable

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