New England Aster - Organic

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New England Aster - Organic

Symphyotrichum novae-angliae Grand heights of 4-6' tall!

North American native with freely branching sprays of brightly colored flowers decorate the autumn landscape throughout the Northeast. Colors range from blue-purple to lavender-pink with yellow eyes. Asters add hardy grace to the back of the wild border and will naturalize on banks or in the meadow. Cut back slightly in early to mid June to induce an abundance of 1½-2" rayed blooms from late August into October. Deer usually don’t eat them. Provides a late-season source of nectar for hungry pollinators.

Plant 12-18" apart in light moist humusy soil in full sun with good air circulation. Native to eastern North America. Z3. Maine Grown. (bare-root crowns)

OGThis item is certified organic


7721 New England Aster - Organic
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L 7721 A: 1 for $9.00
L 7721 B: 3 for $24.00
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Additional Information

Achillea

Blooms June through September featuring 2–3" flat-topped flowerheads. Ferny green foliage is aromatic when crushed. Excellent filler for fresh and dried arrangements. Prompt removal of faded flowerheads guarantees a long season of blooms. Colors can fade out in extreme humidity but regular cutting will keep the blooms looking bright and fresh. It’s a sweet and easy early morning task to walk the yarrow path and cut quick bouquets. Plant 12–24" apart in well-drained soil, full sun to part shade. (See also: white yarrow Achillea millefolium)

Herbaceous Perennial Plants

When you receive your order, open the bags and check the stock immediately. Roots and crowns should be firm and pliable. Surface mold is harmless and will not affect the plant’s future performance. Store plants in their packaging in a cool (35–40°) location until you are ready to plant. If it’s going to be awhile, you can pot up your perennials.

Do not plant bare-root perennial plant crowns directly outdoors before danger of frost has passed. Wet and/or cold conditions for an extended period may cause rotting.

For more info:
About planting bare-root perennials