Symphyotrichum novae-angliae (NGN)
New England Aster
Purple fall flowers. A common wildflower; one of the largest and prettiest in the genus. The flowers are excellent for cutting. Attracts butterflies, bees and parasitic wasps.
- Height: 3' – 4'
- Width: 24" – 36"
- Soil Conditions: Moist/Well Drained
- Flower Color: Purple
- Bloom Time: August, September, October
- Hardiness Zone: 3 To 7
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Plant Characteristics - Symphyotrichum novae-angliae (NGN)
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Attributes
- Fall Color
- Drought Tolerant
- Salt Tolerant
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Attracts Wildlife
- Attracts Wildlife
- Attracts Butterflies
- Attracts Pollinators
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Critter Resistance
- Deer Resistant
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Plant Habit
- Upright
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Light Conditions
- Sun
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Native Plant Community
- Wet Prairie
- Mesis Prairie
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Flower Color
- Purple
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Flower Hue
- Medium
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Flower Type
- Head
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Flower Height
- 3' to 4'
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Foliage Color
- Green
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Leaf Texture
- Medium
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Flower Form
- Single
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Flower Size
- 1"
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Soil Moisture
- Moist/Well Drained
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Prune Time
- Jan/Feb/March
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Growth Rate
- Fast
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Origin
- 90 Miles From Mg
Possible Substitutions for Symphyotrichum novae-angliae (NGN)
Echinacea purpurea (NGN)
Purple Coneflower
Matching Attributes
- Plant Habit: Upright
- Height: 3' – 4'
Monarda fistulosa (NGN)
Wild Bergamot
Matching Attributes
- Plant Habit: Upright
- Height: 3' – 4'
Scirpus pendulus (NGN)
Red Bulrush
Matching Attributes
- Plant Habit: Upright
- Height: 3' – 4'