Aster | |
Michaelmas Daisy | |
Frikart's Aster |
Plant Habit: | Herb/Forb |
Life cycle: | Perennial |
Sun Requirements: | Full Sun |
Water Preferences: | In Water |
Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 9a -6.7 °C (20 °F) to -3.9 °C (25 °F) |
Maximum recommended zone: | Zone 4b |
Leaves: | Good fall color |
Flowers: | Blooms on new wood |
Flower Color: | Purple Multi-Color |
Flower Size: | Over 12" |
Flower Time: | Spring Late spring or early summer Late fall or early winter Year Round |
Inflorescence Type: | Plume |
Suitable Locations: | Patio/Ornamental/Small Tree |
Uses: | Windbreak or Hedge Shade Tree Medicinal Herb |
Wildlife Attractant: | Hummingbirds Other Beneficial Insects |
Resistances: | Tolerates dry shade Drought tolerant |
Propagation: Other methods: | Corms |
Containers: | Suitable for hanging baskets Needs repotting every 2 to 3 years |
Awards and Recognitions: | A.H.G.A. Hosta of the Year: 0 ticaea0ker nr wlrdsnt7P2PinGwaa |
Conservation status: | Least Concern (LC) |
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