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Aster frikartii 'Monch'

Aster


Photo courtesy of Ball Horticulture

  • Bushy plant bears soft lavender-blue flowers with yellowish-green centers.
Border or Bed
Border or Bed
Container
Container
Cut Flower/ Foliage
Cut Flower/ Foliage
Mass Planting
Mass Planting
Salt Tolerant
Salt Tolerant
Deer Resistant
Deer Resistant
Full Sun
Full Sun



Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:

Performs best in rich, evenly moist soil and full sun. Give them lots of room to grow; good air circulation will help to prevent powdery mildew. To maintain their health and vigor, divide plants every couple of years in the spring.


Height: 24-30 in
Spacing: 24-30 in
Price Level 1: $6.99 ea.~#1
Bloom Color: Lavender
Zone: 5-8
Price Level 2: 5 for $30~#1
 

Additional Characteristics & Attributes:


Attributes:

  • Container
  • Cut Flower/ Foliage
  • Salt Tolerant
  • Mass Planting
  • Border or Bed

Critter Resistance:

  • Deer Resistant

Exposure:

  • Full Sun

Habit:

  • Mounding

Foliage Color:

  • Green

Season of Interest (Flowering):

  • Summer

Attracts Wildlife:

  • Attracts Butterflies

Soil Moisture:

  • Moist, Well-Drained