Symphyotrichum novae-angliae

Common Name: New England Aster

Plant Type: Herbaceous

Habitat: Wetland

Light Requirements: sun, part sun

Soil Moisture: mesic

Soil Type: All

Height: 3 ft

Bloom Time: Fall

Flower Colour: purple

Germination Requirements: Seed will germinate upon being shifted to 70°F after 90 - 140 days of moist, cold stratification at 40°F

Details/Comments: May need staking if not surrounded by vegetation.

Botanical Name (Alt): Aster novae-angliae

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