Aster dumosus 'Wood's Pink'
New York Aster
USDA Hardiness Zone 4-7
This is a nice short light lavender-pink variety for the border; mildew resistant. Pink pedals with yellow centers are complimentary to autumn shades. Dark green foliage is very clean. Compact habit.
Height
8-12 Inches
Spread
15 Inches
Color
Pink/Red
Bloom Time
September-October
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips
Pinch back new growth in the spring to encourage a compact plant.
When to Divide
early spring
Good Companions
Silver Mound (Artemisia schmidtiana), Tickseed (Coreopsis ), Cranesbill (Geranium ), Japanese Silver Grass (Miscanthus sinensis), Variegated Sweet Iris (Iris pallida), Ornamental Cabbage (Cabbage ), Sea Holly (Eryngium zabelii), Butterfly Bush (Buddleia Monarch® )Characteristics & Attributes
Attracts Wildlife
| • | Butterflies |
Attributes & Uses
| • | Cut Flowers |
| • | Containers |
| • | Ground Cover |
Exposure
| • | Full Sun |
Foliage Color
| • | Green |
Season of Interest (Flowering)
| • | Fall |
Season of Interest (Foliage)
| • | Summer |
Soil Moisture Preference
| • | Well-drained |
