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  • ASTER ageratoides 'Starshine'
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    ASTER ageratoides 'Starshine'

    Commonly known as Frostflower, Michaelmas daisy, Starwort

    Masses of starry white flowers over deep green mildew resistant leaves starting in midsummer and continuing to autumn
     
    Plant Details
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    • Pests & Diseases
      Eelworms, aphids, slugs, snails, Fusarium wilt, leaf spot, grey mould(Botrytis)
    • Place of origin
      Japan. Garden origin
    • Deciduous
      Deep-green, toothed, lance-shaped leaves
    • White
    • Fully hardy
    • Height
      45-60cm (18-23in)
    • Spread
      60-70cm (23-27in)
    • Herbaceous
      Early in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch.
      Clump-forming perennial forms a mound of masses of small, daisy-like flowers
    • 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)
    • Autumn Seasonal Interest
    • Bee friendly
    • Butterfly friendly
    • Rabbit Resistant
    • Mature Size
      45-60cm (18-23in)
      Herbaceous - guide for size not form Watering Can
        60-70cm (23-27in)
       
    Planting Tips and Care Advice
    • Garden Location/Conditions
      Border
      Cottage garden
    • Soil Conditions
      Fertile moist well-drained soil
    • Sun Requirements
      Full sun
      Partial shade
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