New England Aster

Growth habit

Herbaceous

Biocultural value

Bees feast on the nectar and pollen of this fall blooming aster.

Location

Robison Herb Garden

Source of plant

Select Seeds, Garden Place

Description

Aster novae-angliae 'Andenken an Alma P¶tschke' is an herbaceous perennial with upright growth, to 1 – 1.2m, with dark foliage and sprays of distinct, deep cerise-pink flowers. A remarkable color and a first class garden plant

USDA Hardiness Zone

2

Special characteristics

bee plant