ASTER

Commonly known as Frostflower, Michaelmas daisy, Starwort

All Flower SEPT-OCT

Genus of about 180 species of annuals, biennials, perennials and subshrubs from a variety of habitats in the northern hemisphere.

There are asters for almost all garden situations and the daisylike flowers come in all shades of white, blue, pink and purple. A. amellus and the hybrid A. frikartii are probably the most popular. These are both late summer flowerers which are invaluable for late-flying insects.

Their popular name, Michaelmas Daisies, arises from their peak blooming time around 29th September, Michaelmas.

A. novi-belgii ( Symphotrichum novi-belgii) is the introduced popular garden Daisy found commonly as a garden escape around urban areas and at roadsides.

A. tripolium, Sea aster is a native perennial common on coasts and was a popular garden plant in the past.

Further Reading....
  • Herbaceous
    Early in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch.
    Annuals, biennials and perennials and sub shrubs. Daisy-like flowers borne singly or in sprays.

Buy Varieties of ASTER

ASTER ageratoides 'Starshine'

ASTER ageratoides 'Starshine'

Frostflower, Michaelmas daisy, Starwort

masses of starry white flowers over deep green mildew resistant leaves starting in midsummer and continuing to autumn

 
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ASTER frikartii 'Monch'

ASTER frikartii 'Monch'

Frostflower, Michaelmas daisy, Starwort

good light blue, free-flowering

 
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ASTER 'Little Carlow'

ASTER 'Little Carlow'

Frostflower, Michaelmas daisy, Starwort

(syn. Symphyotrichum 'Little Carlow') - Compact and floriferous. Violet-blue, yellow centred daisy flowers

 
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ASTER 'Patricia Ballard'

ASTER 'Patricia Ballard'

Frostflower, Michaelmas daisy, Starwort

Symphyotrichum novi-belgii. Clear pink

 
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Estimated availability autumn 2024 Any time SEPT-DEC - Not yet confirmed. Could be any time between September and December.
ASTER 'White Ladies'

ASTER 'White Ladies'

Frostflower, Michaelmas daisy, Starwort

Symphyotrichum novi-belgii. White

 
MULTIBUY Any 3+ for £12.00 each
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Estimated availability autumn 2024 Any time SEPT-DEC - Not yet confirmed. Could be any time between September and December.

Useful extras...

Fertilisers & Feeds - Vitax
Q4 Pelleted Fertiliser
A useful fertiliser suitable for use on a wide variety of plants. Q4 provides all the nutrients and trace elements essential for vigorous growth, abundant flowering and ripening of fruit.
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Rootgrow mycorrhizal fungi
Recommended by the RHS. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi. Suitable for all trees and shrubs (except rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers, cranberries and blueberries)
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.
Only £7.50

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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