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ASTER frikartii 'Monch'

Commonly known as Frostflower, Michaelmas daisy, Starwort

Good light blue, free-flowering
Further Reading....
  • Deciduous
    Oblong-ovate, rough leaves 5-8cm (2-3in) long
  • Blue
    Lavender-blue
  • Orange
    Disc-florets
  • Height
    70cm (28in)
  • Spread
    35-40cm (14-16in)
  • Herbaceous
    Early in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch.
    Upright perennial. Stout stems and long-lasting flowers
  • Very hardy
    Hardy in the severest continental climates including exposed upland locations in the UK. Plant can withstand temperatures < -20 (-4°F)
  • Full sun
  • Partial shade

ASTER frikartii 'Monch'

 
Available from January 2025 - Awaiting new stock
£13.50 each 
MULTIBUY SAVING

Any 3+ for £12.00 each
Delivery Information Available from January 2025
plant size comparison icon 1.5 to 2 Litre
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  • Additional Features
    Good to know
    Wildlife plant. Insects, butterflies. In a good season can begin flowering in July.
    Pests & Diseases
    Eelworms, aphids, slugs, snails, wilt, leaf spot, grey mould
    Place of origin
    Garden origin hybrid, 1918, by Swiss nurseryman Frikart. (A. amellus x A thomsonii). A european and asian cross named after a Swiss mountain peak.
  • Flower Shape
    Star-shaped
    Loose corymbs 20cm (8in) across of starry flowers 5-8cm (2-3in) across
  • Garden Location/Conditions
    Border
    Cottage garden
  • Hardiness
    Fully hardy
  • Seasonal Interest
    Autumn
    Summer
  • Soil Conditions
    Fertile moist well-drained soil
  • Wildlife
    Bee friendly
    Butterfly friendly
    Rabbit Resistant
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Aster - Care Guide
Herbaceous Plants - Video Collection
70cm (28in)
 Herbaceous - guide for size not form Watering Can
  35-40cm (14-16in)
  

Useful extras...

Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
All-purpose Seaweed Stimulant
All-purpose organic concentrated seaweed feed that is a ready to use, derived from sustainable harvested kelp, that can be used on all outdoor and indoor plants, except acid loving plants. Perfect used in conjunction with Rootgrow™.
Only £7.50

Vermin & Pest Control
Slug Pellets
Slug killer blue mini pellets are easy to use and give effective control of slugs and snails. Ideal in garden, conservatory or greenhouse.
Only £6.50

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