Aster care guide
Symphyotrichum
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7d
Water
🌿
90d
Feed
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30-150cm
Height
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H7
Hardy
About Aster
Asters, particularly the Symphyotrichum genus, are beloved late-season perennials in UK gardens, providing a vibrant burst of colour when many other plants are fading. They are excellent for attracting pollinators and are generally low-maintenance, thriving in typical British garden conditions. Their daisy-like flowers are a welcome sight from late summer into autumn.
Outdoor garden plant. Perennial. Typically flowers around Aug, Sep, Oct.
How to care for Aster
💧 Watering
Water regularly during dry spells, especially in their first year, to establish a strong root system. Mature plants are more drought-tolerant but appreciate consistent moisture.
🌿 Feeding
Apply a balanced granular fertiliser in spring as new growth emerges. Avoid over-fertilising, which can lead to leggy growth.
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