Symphyotrichum novi-belgii 'Alert'

Also Known As

Aster novi-belgii 'Alert'
Alert New York Aster

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 12"-15"
W: 12"-15"

planting zones

4a-8b

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Symphyotrichum novi-belgii 'Alert' plant details

Symphyotrichum novi-belgii 'Alert' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer red flowers emerge. Attracts beneficial insects, birds and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Symphyotrichum novi-belgii 'Alert'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN - 15 IN - wide, 12 IN - 15 IN - tall
Flowers: red blooms in fall and summer
Uses: compact, floriferous

GROWING CONDITIONS for Symphyotrichum novi-belgii 'Alert'

USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

You won't have to stake this Aster as it doesn't exceed a foot high. Screaming red-violet flowers in the fall are a floral klaxon of blaring vivacity. The Jack Russell of Asters. Small but big on attitude. This won't hesitate to steal the attention from a bigger mongrel Mum in September.

By: Far Reaches Farm

Only 1' tall, this aster makes a fine show in the autumn border with its abundance of small, showy red-violet flowers. Sun/Med

By: Forestfarm

This New York Aster is a deep crimson red, and a compact form at 12-15" tall. Divide in the spring each year or two, replanting new growth and discarding the old center. For shorter, bushier clumps, cut stems back halfway during the summer.

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

Gardening facts about Symphyotrichum novi-belgii 'Alert' plant

How to Grow Symphyotrichum novi-belgii 'Alert'

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- well-drained
- rich

Features

Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- red
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- birds
- butterflies
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- fall
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous