Symphyotrichum novae-angliae 'Red Star'

New England Aster

Family: Asteraceae Aster


Type Perennial
USDA Hardiness range 4A - 8A
Exposure Full sun
Bloom color Red
Bloom time Late Summer to Late Fall
Water needs Dry to wet
Landscape uses Border, container, foundation, massing, rock garden
Height 12" to 15" / 30cm to 40cm
Spread 18" to 24" / 45cm to 60cm
Growth rate Moderate
Persistence Deciduous, broadleaf
Bloom attributes Attracts butterflies, suitable for cut flowers, suitable for dried flowers
Leaf color Green
Fruit color n/a
Soil pH requirements Neutral
Soil type Loamy
Form Upright or erect
Attributes and features Attracts birds, native to North America, invasive, naturalizing