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Symphyotrichum 'Coombe Fishacre'

Also Known As

Aster 'Coombe Fishacre'
Aster x lateriflorus 'Coombe Fishacre'
Symphyotrichum x lateriflorum 'Coombe Fishacre'

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 18"-36"
W: 24"

planting zones

5a-8b

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Symphyotrichum 'Coombe Fishacre' plant details

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF Symphyotrichum 'Coombe Fishacre'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 24 IN wide, 18 IN - 36 IN - tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in fall
Uses: cutting garden, fall color

GROWING CONDITIONS for Symphyotrichum 'Coombe Fishacre'

USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The multitude of lavender-lilac ?daisies? this 18-24" clumper provides in fall have pale centers which mature to a nice rose!; an A. lateriflorus hybrid that is extremely mildew resistant. S/M

By: Forestfarm

More often featured in British gardens than our own, this tall wide spreading aster bears hundreds of small lavender/pink flowers with yellow to plum centers. Blooms late summer into early fall. 2-3'.

By: Avant Gardens

With a billowy habit, a reliable floriferous nature and fine foliage that looks dapper all season long, 'Coombe Fishacre' is one of our favorite Asters. Its deep green leaves cover sweeping branches all the way down, while a slew of lilac flowers warmed by rosy brown centers roost above. Well after the blooms have faded, the seed heads add intriguing colors and shapes. This first-class Aster never needs staking and can be planted in large drifts amid Miscanthus 'Nippon', Molinia 'Bergfreund' or Eupatorium 'Gateway' for glowing pink echoes.

By: Digging Dog Nursery

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Gardening facts about Symphyotrichum 'Coombe Fishacre' plant

How to Grow Symphyotrichum 'Coombe Fishacre'

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

Features

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

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Plant Type

Perennial

Zones

4a-9b

Size

Height: 12"-24"

Width: 12"-24"

sun - mostly shade
even moisture - drought tolerant

Photo of Symphyotrichum oblongifolium 'October Skies' flower by Avant Gardens

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