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Eurybia paludosa (Southern swamp aster)
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2 hours care
per year
per year
0.75m
Max height
Max height
0.75m
Max spread
Max spread
2-5 years
To maturity
To maturity
Plant details
Botanical name
Eurybia paludosa
Other names
Southern swamp aster, Aster paludosa, Diplopappus paludosus, Heleastrum paludosum, Savannah grass-leaved aster
Genus
Eurybia Eurybia
Species
E. paludosa - E. paludosa is an upright, deciduous perennial with linear to narrowly lance-shaped, mid-green leaves and corymbs of lavender to pale purple flower heads from late summer into autumn.
Eurybia paludosa is: Deciduous
Habit
Upright
Flower
Lavender in Summer; Lavender in Autumn
Foliage
Mid-green in Spring; Mid-green in Summer; Mid-green in Autumn
How to care
Watch out for
Specific pests
Aphids , Eelworms (leaf and bud) , Michaelmas daisy mite , Slugs , Snails Aphids , Eelworms (leaf and bud) , Michaelmas daisy mite , Slugs , Snails
Fusarium wilt , Grey mould , Leaf spot Fusarium wilt , Grey mould , Leaf spot
General care
Pruning
Cut back after flowering.
Propagation
Sow seed in containers in a cold frame in spring or autumn.
Propagation methods
Division, Seed
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Where to grow
Eurybia paludosa (Southern swamp aster) will reach a height of 0.75m and a spread of 0.75m after 2-5 years.
Suggested uses
Beds and borders, Cottage/Informal, Flower Arranging, Prairie planting, Underplanting, Wildflower, Woodland
Cultivation
Grow in fertile, humus-rich moist soil in partial shade. Tolerates full sun and some dryness but do not allow soil to dry out.
Soil type
Chalky, Clay, Loamy, Sandy (will tolerate most soil types)
Soil drainage
Moisture-retentive, Moist but well-drained
Soil pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Light
Partial Shade
Aspect
North, South, East, West
Exposure
Exposed, Sheltered
UK hardiness Note: We are working to update our ratings. Thanks for your patience.
Tender in frost (H3)
Companion plants
Great for planting with hostas, astilbes, polemonium and other perennials that are getting ragged by September.
Botanical name
Eurybia paludosa
Other names
Southern swamp aster, Aster paludosa, Diplopappus paludosus, Heleastrum paludosum, Savannah grass-leaved aster
Genus
Eurybia Eurybia
Species
E. paludosa - E. paludosa is an upright, deciduous perennial with linear to narrowly lance-shaped, mid-green leaves and corymbs of lavender to pale purple flower heads from late summer into autumn.
Native to
Southeastern United States
Foliage
Deciduous
Habit
Upright
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Colour
Flower
Lavender in Summer; Lavender in Autumn
Foliage
Mid-green in Spring; Mid-green in Summer; Mid-green in Autumn
How to care
Watch out for
Specific pests
Aphids , Eelworms (leaf and bud) , Michaelmas daisy mite , Slugs , Snails
Specific diseases
Fusarium wilt , Grey mould , Leaf spot
General care
Pruning
Cut back after flowering.
Propagation
Sow seed in containers in a cold frame in spring or autumn.
Propagation methods
Division, Seed
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Where to grow
Eurybia paludosa (Southern swamp aster) will reach a height of 0.75m and a spread of 0.75m after 2-5 years.
Suggested uses
Beds and borders, Cottage/Informal, Flower Arranging, Prairie planting, Underplanting, Wildflower, Woodland
Cultivation
Grow in fertile, humus-rich moist soil in partial shade. Tolerates full sun and some dryness but do not allow soil to dry out.
Soil type
Chalky, Clay, Loamy, Sandy (will tolerate most soil types)
Soil drainage
Moisture-retentive, Moist but well-drained
Soil pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Light
Partial Shade
Aspect
North, South, East, West
Exposure
Exposed, Sheltered
UK hardiness Note: We are working to update our ratings. Thanks for your patience.
Tender in frost (H3)
USDA zones
Zone 9, Zone 8
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| Light: | Partial Shade | Tell us... |
| Aspect: | North, South, East, West | Tell us... |
| Exposure: | Exposed, Sheltered | Tell us... |
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COMPANION PLANTS
Great for planting with hostas, astilbes, polemonium and other perennials that are getting ragged by September.
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