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Aster alpinus
Also Known As
- Alpine Aster
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 6"-12"
- W: 12"-18"
planting zones
- 4a-9b
Aster alpinus plant details
Aster alpinus is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer purple flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects, birds and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in alkaline, average, gritty, rocky and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Aster alpinus
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: asteraceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
- Flowers: purple blooms in spring and summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Aster alpinus
- USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: deer and rabbit
- Soil needs: alkaline, average, gritty, rocky and well-drained
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Gardening facts about Aster alpinus plant
How to Grow Aster alpinus
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- alkaline
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- purple
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- birds
- bees
- butterflies
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
3a-9b
Size
Height: 18"-18"
Width: 24"-36"
- sun - mostly shade
- regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover
Zones
4a-8b
Size
Height: 15"-24"
Width: 12"-20"
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
6a-9b
Size
Height: 18"-24"
Width: 18"-24"
- sun
- even moisture - regular
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Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover
Zones
3a-9b
Size
Height: 2"-6"
Width: 24"-3'
- sun - mostly sun
- even moisture - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
3a-9b
Size
Height: 18"-24"
Width: 18"-24"
- sun
- regular - drought tolerant
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