About this product

Bushy aster (Aster dumosus, Symphyotrichum dumosum) is a dense, compact perennial that flowers freely in autumn with small star-shaped daisies.

It blooms from August to October when many other perennials are finished, and suits borders, groups and containers.

It grows in sun in fresh, fertile soil; flower colour depends on the cultivar.

Specifications

Height: 30–50 cm
Width: 40–50 cm
Flowering: August–October
Light: full sun
Soil: fresh, fertile
Hardiness: zones 4–5

Advice from our agronomist

Planting. Plant in spring or autumn in full sun in well-drained, fertile soil. Space plants 30–40 cm apart and plant at the same depth as in the pot.

Care. Care is easy: mulch keeps moisture in and suppresses weeds. Remove faded flowers to prolong blooming; taller cultivars may need support.

Watering and feeding. Water regularly in dry weather but avoid waterlogging. Feed with a balanced fertiliser or compost in spring; no feeding is needed in the second half of summer.

Winter and pruning. A hardy perennial: cut the stems back to 5–10 cm in autumn or early spring. Young plants can be covered with spruce branches the first winter.

Codes and attributes

Warehouse code	4525
Barcode	20045258
Category	Asters

Delivery and timing

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