Description
Vivid purple, daisy-like flowers bloom over perfectly mounding foliage from summer to fall. An eye-catcher in mass plantings and in containers.
Tray Size: 72 plants
Common Name: New England aster
USDA Hardiness Zone: 3 - 9
Mature Height: 18 inches
Color: Purple
Exposure: Full Sun
Pot Size: |
72 plant plug tray |
Common Name: |
New England aster |
Zone: |
3 |
Zone: |
4 |
Zone: |
5 |
Zone: |
6 |
Zone: |
7 |
Zone: |
8 |
Zone: |
9 |
Height: |
1-2 ft |
Color: |
Purple |
Light Preference: |
Full Sun |
Genus: |
Aster |
Warranty
Plugs per Tray 72. Depth 2.35". Volume (max. dry) cubic inches: 2.23
Recommended Finish Size: 1 gallon
Growing Media: Well-draining commercial media
Growing Temperature: 65-75 F (days) 55-65 F (nights)
Soil PH: 5.8-6.2
Soil EC: 1.8-2.2
Finish Time for Spring Sale: 8 - 10 weeks
Growing Info: Pinch after transplant.
Fertilizing: Constant liquid feed at medium levels of 150 - 200 ppm N
Moisture Level: Allow plants to dry between ample waterings.
Watch for Pest and Disease: Thrips, whiteflies, powdery mildew, rust
Vernalization Requirements: Not required.
Supplemental Lighting: None required.
Growth Regulators: Generally, not needed.
Day Length: Short Day
Other: Clear water when flowers begin to open.
Recommended Finish Size: 1 gallon
Growing Media: Well-draining commercial media
Growing Temperature: 65-75 F (days) 55-65 F (nights)
Soil PH: 5.8-6.2
Soil EC: 1.8-2.2
Finish Time for Spring Sale: 8 - 10 weeks
Growing Info: Pinch after transplant.
Fertilizing: Constant liquid feed at medium levels of 150 - 200 ppm N
Moisture Level: Allow plants to dry between ample waterings.
Watch for Pest and Disease: Thrips, whiteflies, powdery mildew, rust
Vernalization Requirements: Not required.
Supplemental Lighting: None required.
Growth Regulators: Generally, not needed.
Day Length: Short Day
Other: Clear water when flowers begin to open.
