ASTER X FRIKARTII MONCH / ASTER

Aster x frikartii 'Monch' is a hybrid aster that brings a burst of vibrant purple blooms to your garden in late summer and fall. Known for its compact, upright growth habit and striking lavender-blue flowers, 'Monch' is a standout in any garden. This aster is not only visually stunning, but it also attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies, making it an ideal addition to your garden if you're looking to add both beauty and wildlife interest.

Why Choose Aster x frikartii 'Monch'?

• Comparison: 'Monch' is a hybrid variety of New England and Michaelmas asters, offering a perfect balance between vibrant color and compact size. With its upright habit reaching about 45–60 cm, 'Monch' is more compact than traditional asters, making it a great choice for borders or containers. It has a longer blooming period, lasting from late summer to early fall.
• Companions: The soft lavender-blue flowers of 'Monch' pair beautifully with other fall-blooming perennials such as Sedum, Rudbeckia, and Echinacea. It also complements ornamental grasses like Pennisetum and Miscanthus, providing texture and movement.

Key Features:

• Lavender-Blue Blooms: 'Monch' produces an abundance of delicate lavender-blue, daisy-like flowers with yellow centers. Its long bloom time adds vibrant color to your garden when other plants are winding down.
• Compact Growth: Growing to just 45–60 cm in height, 'Monch' has a neat, upright form that fits well in smaller garden spaces, the front of borders, or containers.
• Pollinator-Friendly: 'Monch' is highly attractive to butterflies, bees, and other beneficial pollinators, making it an excellent addition to any wildlife or pollinator garden.
• Extended Bloom Period: 'Monch' blooms from late summer through fall, providing much-needed color as the garden enters the cooler months.
• Low Maintenance: 'Monch' thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, requiring minimal care once established. It is also drought-tolerant, making it suitable for xeriscaping or low-water gardens.
• Attractive Foliage: The dark green, lance-shaped leaves form a tidy mound, providing structure and interest even when the plant is not in bloom.

Specifications:

• Height: 45–60 cm | Spread: 45–60 cm.
• Bloom Time: Late summer to early fall.
• Hardiness: Zone 4.

Add Aster x frikartii 'Monch' to your garden for a beautiful and long-lasting pop of color. Its compact size, long bloom time, and pollinator-friendly nature make it an ideal choice for garden borders, containers, or wildlife-friendly gardens.