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Aster Hybrids

Aster Species

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Overview

Aster hybrids (Aster spp.) are vibrant perennials that enliven gardens from summer through fall. Exhibiting daisy-like flowers in purples, blues, pinks, and whites, they are beloved for their profuse blooms and ease of care. Asters thrive in full sun to part shade and adapt to various soil conditions. Typically ranging from 1 to 6 feet in height and 1 to 4 feet in spread, they attract butterflies and support pollinators.

Sun FullWater MediumZones 6–10Type Perennial

Aster Hybrids (Aster Species) — commonly referred to as Asters; deadheading spent flowers will encourage further blooming and can extend the, image 59

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 6–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type: Perennial
Family: Asteraceae

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Aster Hybrids (Aster Species) — Asters come in a range of hues such as purple; they prefer well-drained soil and thrive in full sun to partial shade, image 62

Aster Hybrids (Aster Species) — each with a distinctive yellow center

Aster Hybrids (Aster Species) — Typically ranging from 1 to 6 feet in height and 1 to 4 feet in spread

Aster Hybrids (Aster Species) — The blooms can vary in size

Aster Hybrids (Aster Species) — Typically ranging from 1 to 6 feet in height and 1 to 4 feet in spread; they attract butterflies and support pollinators

Aster Hybrids (Aster Species) — They prefer well-drained soil and thrive in full sun to partial shade; blue and lavender and multi-colored and, image 67

Aster Hybrids (Aster Species) — long-lasting display that punctuates the fading summer garden with a finale of vibrant colors; exhibiting, image 75

Aster Hybrids (Aster Species) — Exhibiting daisy-like flowers in purples; each with a distinctive yellow center, image 80

Aster Hybrids (Aster Species) — generally resistant to drought once established; the blooms can vary in size, image 69

Photographs by 6 contributors

Krzysztof Ziarnek, Kenraiz, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
Pascalou petit, CC BY-SA 3.0 · source
David J. Stang, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
Emőke Dénes, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
Aleksandra Szlendak, CC BY 4.0 · source
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