2009 Trial Results



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Aster novae-angliae 'English Countryside'

Aster novae-angliae (New England Aster)
Aster novae-angliae 'English Countryside' (New England Aster)

New England Aster

'English Countryside' blooms again here in the autumn. The second showing is usually much more impressive and fuller, this year beginning on September 16th.

Botanical Family: Asteraceae
Height at Flower: 35 Inches
Spread: 28 Inches
Bloom Color: Lavender
Foliage Color: Green
Date of First Flower: 8/16/2009
Weeks In Flower: 15

Characteristics & Attributes

Attributes
• Border
• Drought Tolerant
• Cut Flower
• Humidity Tolerant
Exposure
• Morning Sun / Afternoon Shade
• Sun
Season of Interest (Flowering)
• Summer
• Late Summer
Soil Moisture Preference
• Moist but well-drained
Wildlife Value
• Butterflies

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