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Asters

Common Name:
New England Aster

Scientific Name: 
Aster novae-angliae

Type: Herbaceous perennial

Size: 3-6' tall

Flowers:

• Aug.-Oct.
• Pink, blue, purple
• Attracts butterflies and other insects

Culture: Full sun

Use: Use in borders towards the back in full garden

Other Asters:

Common Name:
Dwarf Aster Collection

Scientific Name:
Aster novi-belgii

Asters in the dwarf collection:

• 'Dark Pixie' purple
• 'Bonnie Blue' violet
• 'Alert' crimson
• 'Snow Flurry' white
• 'Peter Pan' pink