ASTER NOVAE-ANGLIAE / NEW ENGLAND ASTER

ASTER NOVAE-ANGLIAE / NEW ENGLAND ASTER

A Native Perennial with Showy Purple Flowers and Late-Season Color

Aster novae-angliae, commonly known as New England Aster, is a vibrant native perennial valued for its striking purple to lavender daisy-like flowers with yellow centers that bloom in late summer to fall. Its upright, clump-forming habit and dark green foliage make it an excellent choice for pollinator gardens, perennial borders, and naturalized landscapes. Thriving in full sun with well-drained soils, New England Aster adds height, color, and ecological value to gardens.

Why Choose New England Aster?

Pollinator Friendly: Attracts bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects, especially monarchs.
Long Blooming Season: Provides vibrant color from late summer into fall.
Low Maintenance: Adaptable and easy to grow in a variety of soils.
Bold & Ornamental: Upright habit and bright flowers make a striking garden accent.

Key Features:

Foliage Color: Dark green, lance-shaped leaves.
Flower Color: Purple to lavender daisy-like flowers with yellow centers.
Height and Spread: Typically grows 3–6 feet tall and 2–4 feet wide.
Hardiness: Hardy to USDA Zones 4–8.
Sunlight: Prefers full sun.
Soil Requirements: Well-drained soils; tolerates clay, loam, and sandy conditions.

Specifications:

Plant Size: 3–6 feet tall, 2–4 feet wide.
Growth Habit: Upright, clump-forming perennial.
Hardiness: USDA Zones 4–8.
Flowering: Late summer to fall with abundant purple blooms.

Ideal Uses:

Pollinator & Butterfly Gardens: Essential for monarchs and late-season pollinators.
Borders & Beds: Adds vertical structure and striking color to perennial plantings.
Naturalized & Prairie-Style Landscapes: Perfect for meadows and native plantings.
Low-Maintenance Gardens: Reliable and attractive with minimal care.

New England Aster is a bold and ecologically important native perennial. Its tall stems, vivid purple flowers, and late-season blooms make it a standout choice for pollinator gardens, naturalized landscapes, and low-maintenance perennial borders.