Alt Information

Aster asperulus
www.perennials.com
Aster asperulus
Garden Diary


Date purchased or acquired:




Where acquired:




Location in the garden:




Observations:















The next time you are buying perennials please look for our helpful labels and blue pots, and remember "The best perennials come out of the blue"!


Aster asperulus


Himalayan Fall Aster

 USDA Zone: 4-9

Plant number: 1.085.030


This is a species of Aster just recently introduced, native to the Himalayas. It forms a low, bushy mound of large heart-shaped green leaves, bearing sprays of good-sized mauve-blue daisies in late summer and autumn. Nice near the front of a border, or in mixed containers. Appreciates moist, rich soil. Easily increased by dividing in the spring. Attracts butterflies. Performance in cold regions has not been determined yet: quite possibly hardy to Zone 4 or colder.

Further details for
Aster asperulus


Optimal Growing
Conditions		 Appearance and
Characteristics
Sun Exposure
  Full Sun or
  Partial Shade
Soil Type
  Sandy or
  Clay
Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid
Soil Moisture
  Average or
  Moist
Care Level
  Easy 		Flower Colour
  Deep Blue
  Mauve/Lilac
Blooming Time
  Late Summer
  Early Fall
  Mid Fall
Foliage Color
  Deep Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Attracts Butterflies
  Attracts Hummingbirds
  Border
  Containers
  Cut Flower
  Deer Resistant
  Drought Tolerant
  Edging
  Rabbit Resistant
  Massed
Height
   30-45 cm
   12-18 inches
Spread
   25-30 cm
   10-12 inches
Foot Traffic
   None
Growth Rate
   Medium
Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.