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
Further Reading....
  • Deciduous
    Deep-green, toothed, lance-shaped leaves
  • White
  • 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)
  • Full sun
  • Partial shade

ASTER ageratoides 'Starshine'

 
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
    Pests & Diseases
    Eelworms, aphids, slugs, snails, Fusarium wilt, leaf spot, grey mould(Botrytis)
    Place of origin
    Japan. Garden origin
  • Garden Location/Conditions
    Border
    Cottage garden
  • Hardiness
    Fully hardy
  • Seasonal Interest
    Autumn
  • Soil Conditions
    Fertile moist well-drained soil
  • Wildlife
    Bee friendly
    Butterfly friendly
    Rabbit Resistant
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45-60cm (18-23in)
Herbaceous - guide for size not form Watering Can
  60-70cm (23-27in)
 

Useful extras...

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Q4 Pelleted Fertiliser
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Rootgrow mycorrhizal fungi
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3 options from £3.00

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Rootgrow Ericoid mycorrhizal fungi
This specially adapted Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi will boost the growth of acid-loving plants like rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers and blueberries. It contains ericoid and arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi, which are found in poor acidic soils where ericaceous plants naturally grow.
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All-purpose Seaweed Stimulant
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