New England Aster Seeds – Hardy Perennial Wild

Bring a burst of late-summer color to your garden with New England Aster Seeds, a hardy perennial wildflower known for its vibrant purple blooms and golden centers. Native to North America, this pollinator-friendly plant attracts butterflies, bees, and other beneficial insects, making it an ideal choice for wildlife and cottage gardens. It thrives in sunny spots and adapts well to a range of soil types, offering a beautiful and low-maintenance display year after year.

Features:

• Produces rich purple to violet flowers with bright yellow centers

• Excellent for attracting pollinators such as butterflies and bees

• Ideal for perennial borders, wildflower meadows, and naturalized gardens

• Drought-tolerant once established

• Native wildflower, perfect for sustainable gardening

Specifications:

• Scientific Name: Symphyotrichum novae-angliae

• Common Name (US): New England Aster

• Plant Type: Perennial Wildflower

• Growth Habit: Upright, bushy

• Height: 24 to 48 inches tall

• Bloom Time: Late summer to fall (August to October)

• Sunlight Requirement: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil Type: Well-drained, moist to average soil

• Watering Needs: Moderate; prefers consistent moisture during growth

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 4–8

• Sowing Season:

  • Indoor Sowing: Late winter to early spring (February–April)

  • Outdoor Sowing: After the last frost or in fall (September–November)

• Germination Time: 14–21 days at 65–75°F (18–24°C)

• Spacing: 18–24 inches apart

• Maintenance: Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continued flowering