Symphyotrichum novi-belgii 'Winston S. Churchill'

Also Known As

Aster caerulescens 'Winston S. Churchill'
Aster dumosus 'Winston Churchill'
Aster novi-belgii 'Winston S. Churchill'
Aster prealtus 'Winston S. Churchill'
Aster salicifolius 'Winston S. Churchill'
Symphyotrichum prealtum 'Winston S. Churchill'
Michaelmas Daisy 'Winston Churchill'
New York Aster

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 36"-48"
W: 15"-18"

planting zones

4a-9a

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Symphyotrichum novi-belgii 'Winston S. Churchill' plant details

Symphyotrichum novi-belgii 'Winston S. Churchill' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer magenta and red 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 water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, average, clay, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Symphyotrichum novi-belgii 'Winston S. Churchill'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 15 IN - 18 IN - wide, 36 IN - 48 IN - tall
Flowers: magenta and red blooms in fall and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Symphyotrichum novi-belgii 'Winston S. Churchill'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9a
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit
Soil needs: acidic, average, clay, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

"Red" flowers, a somewhat unusual color for this easy-going, ever-popular perennial, appear atop sturdy 18" stems earlier in the season than most Asters ... a welcome sight for butterflies and gardeners, alike! S/M

By: Forestfarm

Gardening facts about Symphyotrichum novi-belgii 'Winston S. Churchill' plant

How to Grow Symphyotrichum novi-belgii 'Winston S. Churchill'

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

Features

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