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Beginner
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1m
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1.5m
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2-5 years
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1 hour care
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Botanical name: Aster novae-angliae
Other names: New England aster, Last rose of summer, Hairy Michaelmas daisy
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Genus: Aster
Species: A. novae-angliae - A. novae-angliae is an upright bushy perennial with rough, dark-green, lance-shaped leaves. From late-summer to autumn, it bears sprays of purple daisy-like flowers with yellow centres.
Aster novae-angliae is: Deciduous
Flower: Purple in Summer; Purple in Autumn
Foliage: Dark-green in Summer; Dark-green in Autumn
Habit: Bushy, Compact
Aster novae-angliae (New England aster) will reach a height of 1.5m and a spread of 1m after 2-5 years.
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Suggested uses: Cottage/Informal, Flower Arranging, Beds and borders
Cultivation: Plant in moderately fertile, moist soil in partial shade. Will tolerate full sun. May need staking.
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Chalky, Clay, Loamy, Sandy (will tolerate most soil types) |
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Well-drained, Moist but well-drained |
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Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
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Partial Shade, Full Sun |
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South, East, West |
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Exposed, Sheltered |
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| Hardiness: |
Hardy (H4) |
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