ASTER 'Patricia Ballard'

Commonly known as Frostflower, Michaelmas daisy, Starwort

Symphyotrichum novi-belgii. Clear pink
Further Reading....
  • Deciduous
    Stalkless, grey-green, lance-shaped leaves 5-10 (2-4in) long
  • Shades of pink
    All shades of pink through to Carmine (red)
  • Height
    90cm (36in)
  • Spread
    45cm (18in)
  • Bulb/Corm or rhizomatous perennial
    Clump-forming, rhizomatous perennial with slender, branched stems
  • Herbaceous
    Early in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch.
  • Hardy - cold winter
    Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F)
  • Full sun
  • Partial shade

ASTER 'Patricia Ballard'

 
Estimated availability autumn 2024 Any time SEPT-DEC - Not yet confirmed. Could be any time between September and December.
£13.50 each 
MULTIBUY SAVING

Any 3+ for £12.00 each
Delivery Information Estimated availability autumn 2024 Any time SEPT-DEC
  • Additional Features
    Good to know
    Novi-belgii (New York) hybrid. Wildlife plant. Butterflies.
    Pests & Diseases
    Eelworms, aphids, slugs, snails, wilt, leaf spot, grey mould, powdery mildew, tarsonemid mite.
    Place of origin
    North America.
  • Flower Shape
    Panicles
    10-30cm (4-12in) across of flowers to 6cm (2½in) across
    Semi-double
    Two rows of petals with conspicuous stamens
  • 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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90cm (36in)
bulb/corm - guide for size not form Watering Can
  45cm (18in)
 

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