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Herbaceous Perennial

Aster peduncularis
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A clump-forming, bushy, hardy perennial with soft, dark-green toothed leaves. Bright violet daisy-like flowers are produced late summer into autumn

Synonyms
Aster asperulus misapplied

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Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metres
Time to ultimate height
2–5 years
Ultimate spread
0.1–0.5 metres
Growing conditions
Chalk
Loam
Sand
Moisture
Well–drained
pH
Alkaline, Neutral
Colour & scent
StemFlowerFoliageFruit
Spring Blue Purple Green
Summer Blue Purple Green
Autumn Green
Winter
Position
  • Full sun
Aspect

South–facing or West–facing or East–facing

Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered
Hardiness
H7
Botanical details
Family
Asteraceae
Native to GB / Ireland
No
Foliage
Deciduous
Habit
Bushy, Clump forming
Genus

Aster can be perennials, annuals or subshrubs, mostly with narrow leaves, and solitary or clustered, daisy-like flowers

Name status

Correct

Plant range
W Himalaya

How to grow

Cultivation

Grow in well-drained, moderately fertile soil in an open, sunny position. See aster cultivation for further advice

Propagation

Propagate by division in spring or root basal cuttings in spring

Suggested planting locations and garden types
  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Coastal
  • Wildlife gardens
  • Flower borders and beds
Pruning

Cut back in late autumn

Pests

Generally pest-free

Diseases

May be susceptible to Verticillium wilt, powdery mildews and grey moulds

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