Aster Elliottii - Purple Marsh Aster (Bare Root)

Product Description

The large green basal leaves give rise to giant 6-8' tall spikes. In late fall (October, November for us), the clumps are topped with a spectacular show of 1" pink-purple daisies. Great for bogs.

Sun Requirements:

Full Sun

Full Sun to Partial Shade

Partial or Dappled Shade

Maximum recommended zone:

Zone 11

Plant Height:

36 - 48 inches

Plant Spread:

24 - 36 inches

Leaves:

Semi-evergreen

Flowers:

Showy

Flower Color:

Lavender

Bloom Size:

Under 1"

Flower Time:

Late winter or early spring

Late summer or early fall

Fall

Late fall or early winter

Winter

Underground structures:

Rhizome

Uses:

Cut Flower

Wildlife Attractant:

Bees

Butterflies

Resistances:

Humidity tolerant

Propagation: Seeds:

Sow in situ

Start indoors

Can handle transplanting

Propagation: Other methods:

Division