Symphyotrichum 'Wood's Purple'

Also Known As

Aster dumosus 'Wood's Purple'
Aster dumosus 'Woods Purple'
Symphyotrichum dumosum 'Wood's Purple'
Wood's Purple Michaelmas Daisy
Wood's Purple New York Aster

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 12"-18"
W: 15"-20"

planting zones

3b-9a

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Symphyotrichum 'Wood's Purple' plant details

Symphyotrichum 'Wood's Purple' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer purple flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects, birds and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Symphyotrichum 'Wood's Purple'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 15 IN - 20 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in fall and summer
Uses: container plant, cutting garden, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Symphyotrichum 'Wood's Purple'

USDA Zones: 3b - 9a
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit
Soil needs: average, clay, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This lovely perennial forms a dense 12-16" mound which is absolutely covered in masses of soft purple blooms with bright yellow eyes. Very attractive to butterflies, this native wildflower blooms August into October; a disease-resistant charmer for the front of a fall border or a container on the deck. S-PSh/M

By: Forestfarm

A lovely compact clone with abundant large purple flowers in late summer. We were very impressed by its neat dwarf habit prolific bloom and excellent rust and mildew resistance. ZONE 4

By: Arrowhead Alpines

Gardening facts about Symphyotrichum 'Wood's Purple' plant

How to Grow Symphyotrichum 'Wood's Purple'

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular - low
Soil Needs
- clay
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
- rich

Features

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