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

Botanical name

Symphyotrichum novae-angliae 'September Ruby'

Other names

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

Genus

Symphyotrichum Symphyotrichum

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.

Native to

Garden origin

Foliage

Deciduous

Habit

Rounded, Cushion or Mound Forming, Bushy

Colour

Flower

Red in Summer; Red in Autumn

Foliage

Green in Spring; Green in Summer; Green in Autumn

How to care

Watch out for

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.

Propagation methods

Division

Monthly care advice

Where to grow

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

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.

Soil type

Chalky, Clay, Loamy, Sandy (will tolerate most soil types)

Soil drainage

Well-drained, Moist but well-drained

Soil pH

Acid, Alkaline, Neutral

Light

Partial Shade, Full Sun

Aspect

South, East, West

Exposure

Exposed, Sheltered

UK hardiness Note: We are working to update our ratings. Thanks for your patience.

Hardy (H4)

USDA zones

Zone 8, Zone 7, Zone 6, Zone 5, Zone 4, Zone 3