Symphyotrichum novi-belgii 'Prof. Anton Kippenberg'

New York Aster, Michaelmas Aster

Family: Asteraceae Aster


Type Perennial
USDA Hardiness range 4A - 8B
Exposure Full sun
Bloom color Blue, lavender
Bloom time Late Summer to Late Fall
Water needs Dry to moist
Landscape uses Border, rock garden, seashore
Height 12" to 15" / 30cm to 40cm
Spread 12" to 18" / 30cm to 45cm
Growth rate Moderate
Persistence Deciduous, broadleaf
Bloom attributes Attracts butterflies, suitable for cut flowers
Leaf color Green
Fruit color n/a
Soil pH requirements Neutral
Soil type Loamy
Form Upright or erect
Attributes and features Attracts birds, invasive, naturalizing