Aster novae-angliae 'Purple Dome'
New England Aster
USDA Hardiness Zone 4-7
Great purple bloom to extend fall color. Great height and habit for borders and containers. Numerous blooms with yellow centers.
Height
18-24 Inches
Spread
30 Inches
Color
Blue/Purple
Bloom Time
September-October
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips
Put companion plants in front to hide lower stems. Pinch back new growth in spring to encourage compact plant. Grows best with constant moisture.
When to Divide
early spring
Good Companions
Stonecrop (Sedum ), Cranesbill (Geranium cantabrigiense), Black-Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia hirta), Japanese Silver Grass (Miscanthus sinensis), Goldenrod (Solidago rugosa), Garden Phlox (Phlox paniculata), Variegated Stonecrop (Sedum Sunsparkler® )Characteristics & Attributes
Attracts Wildlife
| • | Butterflies |
Attributes & Uses
| • | Containers |
| • | Cut Flowers |
Exposure
| • | Full Sun |
Foliage Color
| • | Green |
Season of Interest (Flowering)
| • | Fall |
Season of Interest (Foliage)
| • | Summer |
Soil Moisture Preference
| • | Well-drained |
