Aster novae-angliae 'Alma Potschke'
New England Aster
USDA Hardiness Zone 3-8
This hot pink, yellow-centered Aster will add bright fall color to any sunny garden.
Height
36-48 Inches
Spread
36 Inches
Color
Pink/Red/Yellow
Interesting Notes
Rated good to excellent in trials at the Chicago Botanic Garden.
Bloom Time
September-October
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips
Put companion plants in front to hide lower stems.
Pinch back new growth in spring and early summer for a more compact plant.
Pinch back new growth in spring and early summer for a more compact plant.
When to Divide
early spring
Good Companions
Coneflower (Echinacea Orange Meadowbrite), Cranesbill (Geranium ), Daylily (Hemerocallis ), Zebra Grass (Miscanthus sinensis)Characteristics & Attributes
Attracts Wildlife
| • | Butterflies |
Attributes & Uses
| • | Cut Flowers |
Exposure
| • | Full Sun |
Foliage Color
| • | Green |
Season of Interest (Flowering)
| • | Fall |
Season of Interest (Foliage)
| • | Summer |
Soil Moisture Preference
| • | Well-drained |
