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Aster novae-angliae 'September Ruby' (Hairy michaelmas daisy 'September Ruby')

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Skill rating Beginner
skill rating
Ultimate spread 1m
max. spread
Ultimate height 1m
max. height
Time to maturity 2-5 years
to maturity
Maintenance level 2 hours care
per year

Botanical name: Aster novae-angliae 'September Ruby'

Other names: Hairy michaelmas daisy 'September Ruby', Aster novae-angliae 'Septemberrubin' , New England aster 'September Ruby', Michaelmas daisy 'September Ruby'


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Genus: Aster

Variety or cultivar: 'September Ruby' _ 'September Ruby' is a tall, robust perennial with hairy green leaves and deep, ruby-red flowers with yellow centres in late summer and autumn.

Aster novae-angliae 'September Ruby' is: Deciduous

Flower: Red in Summer; Red in Autumn

Foliage: Green in Spring; Green in Summer; Green in Autumn

Habit: Rounded, Cushion or Mound Forming, Bushy

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Specific pests: Aphids , Eelworms (leaf and bud) , Slugs , Snails

Specific diseases: Fusarium wilt , Grey mould , Leaf spot

General care

Pruning: Cut back in late autumn. This cultivar can be cut or pinched back in early summer to encourage a bushier, compact form and later flowers. Divide every third year to maintain vigour. . REGISTER to read more...

Propagation methods: Division. REGISTER to read more...


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Aster novae-angliae 'September Ruby' (Hairy michaelmas daisy 'September Ruby') will reach a height of 1m and a spread of 1m after 2-5 years.


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Suggested uses: Beds and borders, Cottage/Informal, Flower Arranging, Wildlife

Cultivation: Plant in moderately fertile, moist soil in full sun or partial shade. May need staking. This cultivar is mildew resistant.

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Soil types: Chalky, Clay, Loamy, Sandy (will tolerate most soil types) Match unknown
Soil drainage: Well-drained, Moist but well-drained Match unknown
Soil pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral Match unknown
Light: Partial Shade, Full Sun Match unknown
Aspect: South, East, West Match unknown
Exposure: Exposed, Sheltered Match unknown
Hardiness: Hardy (H4) Match unknown

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