Description
New England Aster, Aster novae-angliae
new classification:Â Symphyotrichum novae-angliae
This North American native species produces showy masses of frilly light purple/violet, 1 1/2 inch flowers on tall strong stems forming a ‘bushy’ plant. New England Aster is a good candidate for restorations, wildlife habitat, prairie landscaping, and wetlands.
As a late-season source of pollen and nectar, asters provide the last opportunity for many bee colonies to forage. Aster pollen serves as an important late-season food source for a variety of bees, butterflies, and other pollinators including the next generation of bumblebee queens foraging before entering winter dormancy.
Color:Â Pink/Violet/Purple
Height:Â 24-72
Type:Â Perennial
Climate:Â P/Sun-Dry/Moist
Seeds/lb.:Â 1,330,000
Rate:Â 1 oz./300 sq. ft.
Bloom time:Â Late Summer to Fall
Zones:Â 4b-8a
Region:Â Midwest, Intermountain West, Northeast, Eastern Canada
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