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Posted: May 7, 2019 at 4:04 PM
Aster novae-angliae 'Alma Potschke'
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    Plant Type: Perennials

    Warm reddish-pink daisy like flowers with cheery yellow centers blanket this Aster. These quarter sized blooms create an explosion of color from late summer until frost.  Very durable and long lasting.  Very attractive to butterflies and bees.  This plant forms robust semi-woody clumps.

    Currently not available for online purchase.

    Growing & Maintenance Tips:

    Requires full sun, but can take some afternoon shade, in a moderate soil range with good drainage that does not become extremely dry during the summer.

    Flower Color

    Rose pink

    Foliage Color

    Green shades

    Plant Spread

    34-40 in.

    Good Companions

    Looks great with Ornamental Grasses.

    Plant Height

    18-24 in.

    Scape Height

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    Hardness Zone

    3-8

    Soil Moisture

    Average water needs

    Characteristics & Attributes

    Attributes

    Shrub beds, Container, Cut flower, Mass Plant, Borders, Natural areas, Beds

    Bloom Time

    Early fall to frost

    Critter Resistance

    Deer resistant

    Exposure

    Full sun

    Growth Rate

    Medium

    Seasonal Interests

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