Aster plant - Symphyotrichum

Aster is a ground cover plant that attracts butterflies from summer through autumn. They are long-living perennial plants that you may incorporate into your landscape permanently. Although the blooms have a wildflower appearance, they are still stunning in cut flower arrangements. With star-shaped blossoms that vary in shades ranging from white to blue to purple, asters are daisy-like flowers widely known for their variety in colors and vibrant yellow centers, resembling sun-rays. When the weather warms up, they brighten up almost every fall garden, even if other plants stop blooming.

These native plants aren't only beautiful to humans; they are known to attract pollinators, including bees and butterflies, owing to the stunning blossoms of this plant. Planting them in autumn may provide a valuable supply of late-season nectar, making them a vital flower for pollinators.

While it is possible for you to grow asters using seeds and sow them in the spring, the flowers might need some years to blossom into full-sized plants.

Hence, most gardeners opt to grow them from potted nursery cultivars rather than via seeds. The plant is adaptable to many growing conditions, allowing you to utilize them in various settings, including borders, rock gardens, and wildflower gardens.

For them to thrive, the soil ought to have a pH of 5.8 to 6.5, remain loamy and well-draining, and have enough room around the plants so that their roots can spread out fully. When planting, you must ensure your perennial flowers remain in full sun for most of the day.

Many popular cultivars and hybrids have lanky plants due to too much shadow, which might result in fewer blooms. Its size may vary, starting from about 8 inches to 8 feet, based on its type, allowing you to choose one that is ideal for your landscape.

Aster plants are native to North America

When you brush against the leaves, a faint scent comes from the rich green foliage. To avoid powdery mildew, you should not plant these perennials in soil that is too moist. Once these plants mature, you should only water them when it is indispensable. Also, keep a keen eye on potted asters since they are more susceptible to drying out.

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Asters

Posted by Jeff Monroe on Jul 31, 2022

Seems like some decent roots. Will see how they do in spring
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Aster Plant (ships May - August)

Posted by Lindsay Wagner on Jan 23, 2022

This mini aster plants are good accents to some sorts of shrub flowers. This goes to its its full bloom in springtime to summer
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Aster plant

Posted by Scott Stewart on Jan 12, 2022

I Love this plant for it can be combined with any perennials. It comes well package and The plant is so promising.
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ASTER PLANT (SHIPS MAY-AUGUST)

Posted by Joshua Hughes on Jan 11, 2022

Amazing plants, as well as excellent service! We were able to obtain healthy aster plants.

Shipping Information

We dig fresh our plants and ship immediately. We ship US Mail, Priority shipping. You will receive a tracking number once your plants ship. All plants will be fine in their packages for up to 3 days after receiving.

How We Protect Your Plants For Transit

We sell only bare root plants. We dip the roots in tera-sorb silicone gel to retain ample moisture for transit and surround with plastic. This is superior protection for plants in transit for up to 12 days.

Upon Receipt Of Your Plants

Open your plants and inspect the same day received. We offer 3 days to report any problems with your order. Bare root plants need to be planted within 2-3 days of receiving unless weather-related problems prohibit planting. Store in a cool place and keep roots moist and covered with plastic until they can be planted. Water for the first week daily after planting.