Aster novae-angliae ~ New England Aster Size:18-CT FLAT COMPANION PLANTS: Clematis

COMPANION PLANTS:  Clematis

Photos by Patrick Standish

Best bloom in partial sun and moist well-drained soils

COMPANION PLANTS: Pieris

Fall Year-Round

Aster novae-angliae ~ New England Aster Size:18-CT FLAT COMPANION PLANTS: ClematisNew England Aster is a large variety of the upright native perennial that can grow as tall as 6 feet. It sports a hairy stem and rough, hairy lance like green leaves that are deer resistant. The large, purple flowers with orange yellow centers start to bloom in late summer and typically continue until the first frost. Its flowers are attractive to butterflies. New England Aster prefers full sun and rich, moist soils. New England Aster has a history of