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Aster tongolensis 'Napsbury'

Also Known As

  • Aster subcaeruleus 'Napsbury'
  • East Indies Aster 'Napsbury'

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 12"-18"
  • W: 9"-12"

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

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Aster tongolensis 'Napsbury' plant details

Aster tongolensis 'Napsbury' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer lavender and purple flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects, birds and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - occasional water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, average, gritty, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Aster tongolensis 'Napsbury'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 9 IN - 12 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: lavender and purple blooms in summer
Uses: border plant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Aster tongolensis 'Napsbury'

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

Gardening facts about Aster tongolensis 'Napsbury' plant

How to Grow Aster tongolensis 'Napsbury'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
    • gritty

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • lavender
    • purple
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • birds
    • bees
    • hummingbirds
    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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Zones

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