Aster novi-belgii 'Alma Potschke'
Michaelmas or New York Daisy cv.
Description
Aster is typically grown for its flowers. This variety reaches 1'-3' tall, with bright rose flowers that bloom in the fall. It needs full sun and well-drained soil. This attractive flower looks good in masses, in containers or natural areas. It may need to be divided every 2-3 years to maintain fresh look.
Plant Type
Perennial
Height Range
Under 1', 1-3'
Flower Color
Blue, Purple, Red
Flower Season
Summer, Fall
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam, Rocky
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
English Cottage, Meadow, Woodland
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Entry, Perennial Border, Foundation, Patio
Special Uses
Container, Cut Flowers, Filler, Mass Planting
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Consider replacing some lawn areas with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs.
Good candidates for removal are portions of large lawns, areas where no one uses the grass, patches that don't grow well, or spaces too small to water without overspray.