Symphyotrichum novae-angliae 'Hella Lacy'

New England Aster

Family: Asteraceae Aster


Type Perennial
USDA Hardiness range 4A - 8A
Exposure Full sun
Bloom color Purple
Bloom time Late Summer to Late Fall
Water needs Dry to wet
Landscape uses Container, foundation, massing, rock garden
Height 4' to 5' / 1.20m to 1.60m
Spread 36" to 4' / 90cm to 1.20m
Growth rate Moderate
Persistence Deciduous, broadleaf
Bloom attributes Attracts butterflies, suitable for cut flowers, suitable for dried flowers
Leaf color Green
Fruit color n/a
Soil pH requirements Neutral
Soil type Loamy
Form Upright or erect
Attributes and features Attracts birds, native to North America, invasive, naturalizing