New England Aster
Symphyotrichum novae-angliaeBloom time: August - October
Bloom Color: Purple
Height: 5 ft
Sun exposure: Full/Partial
Soil Moisture: Medium Dry - Wet
Deer resistant: No
Other Common Names: Fall Aster
Fun facts:
Some Native American tribes used parts of the plant medicinally, creating teas to treat ailments such as fever or lung conditions. It was also valued for its ornamental beauty and symbolic connection to autumn.
In favorable conditions, this aster self-seeds prolifically, naturally expanding its range. However, gardeners can manage this tendency by cutting back stems after flowering.
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