Symphyotrichum novae-angliae - New England Aster cut-seed-head if at a water edge

if at a water edge actually in some water it can take more sun

12-24"+ (will spread up to 2 feet per year)

may prefer alkaline soils

Larval host for the Wavy-lined Emerald

This plant is very closely related to the European Black Elderberry

Symphyotrichum novae-angliae - New England Aster cut-seed-head if at a water edgeSizes available: HPP quart Basics: zones 3 8, 3 6' x 2 3', full sun to light shade, a profusion of daisy like flowers bloom in purples (sometimes pinks) in late summer to early fall. Prefers moist and well drained soils but is adaptable to all but the driest sites. Common names: New England American aster, New England Aster Synonym: Aster novae angliae Family: Asteraceae Origin Distribution: This plant is present in 6 Canadian Provinces and 42 states.