Symphyotrichum novae-angliae 'Royal Ruby'

Also Known As

Aster novae-angliae
Hardy Aster
Michaelmas Daisy
New England Aster

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 16"-60"
W: 2'-3'

planting zones

3a-7b

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Symphyotrichum novae-angliae 'Royal Ruby' plant details

Symphyotrichum novae-angliae 'Royal Ruby' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer magenta and purple flowers emerge. Attracts bees, 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 average, clay, gritty and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Symphyotrichum novae-angliae 'Royal Ruby'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 16 IN - 60 IN - tall
Flowers: magenta and purple blooms in fall and summer
Uses: cutting garden, easy-to-grow, fall color, showy

GROWING CONDITIONS for Symphyotrichum novae-angliae 'Royal Ruby'

USDA Zones: 3a - 7b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit
Soil needs: average, clay, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Tall and majestic, the New England Aster's deep blue, purple, and sometimes pink flowers are highlights of the late season landscape. Aster novae-angliae is a critical fall nectar source for butterflies, especially Monarchs as they stock up for their long migration to Mexico. Hardy to Zones 3 - 7.

By: Prairie Nursery

NOVAE-ANGLIAE ASTER, 'Royal Ruby' is a Michaelmas Daisy with deep red, semi-double, daisy-like flowers blooming in fall. Mounds of foliage 16-18" tall covered with masses of daisies. Hardy to zone 2. Likes sun to pt shade.

By: Accents for Home and Garden

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Photo of Symphyotrichum novae-angliae 'Royal Ruby' flower by Prairie Nursery

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Gardening facts about Symphyotrichum novae-angliae 'Royal Ruby' plant

How to Grow Symphyotrichum novae-angliae 'Royal Ruby'

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- clay
- average
- well-drained
- gritty

Features

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

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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

Height: 12"-24"

Width: 12"-24"

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

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