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Buy Symphyotrichum pilosum var. pringlei 'Monte Cassino'

Also Known As

Aster ericoides 'Monte Cassino'
Aster multiflorus 'Monte Cassino'
Aster multiflorus var. pansus 'Monte Cassino'
Aster pansus 'Monte Cassino'
Aster pringlei 'Monte Casino'
Symphyotrichum ericoides 'Monte Casino'
Symphyotrichum ericoides 'Monte Cassino'
Dense-Flower Aster
Elongate Aster
Heath Aster 'Monte Casino'

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 2'-3'
W: 2'-3'

planting zones

5a-9b

3.5" | $16

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Symphyotrichum pilosum var. pringlei 'Monte Cassino' plant details

Symphyotrichum pilosum var. pringlei 'Monte Cassino' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In fall white flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects, birds and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in alkaline, average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Symphyotrichum pilosum var. pringlei 'Monte Cassino'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in fall
Uses: border plant, cutting garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Symphyotrichum pilosum var. pringlei 'Monte Cassino'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit
Soil needs: alkaline, average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

(HEATH ASTER) Often overlooked and underused, this fantastic garden filler and cut flower deserves more recognition. Handsome bushy clumps of small deep green leaves mound out 18-24”…over a period of several weeks in late summer and into fall, clumps are topped with 2½ to 3’ tall wands loaded with clusters of miniature white, yellow centered daisies. Attracts butterflies and florists. Average soil, full sun and minimal fuss. Historically a symbol of charm & patience; burning leaves drives away serpents and attracts love. USDA Z5 3” pot

By: Secret Garden Growers

Beloved by late season garden aficionados, florists and butterflies, this exceptional Aster spotlights wispy crisp white clouds of petite yellow-centered daisies hovering above well-tailored tiny green leaves that form a vigorous bushy clump. 'Monte Cassino's delicate illuminated texture becomes a simple-to-place ethereal filler, perfect for juxtaposing against bolder perennials such as Persicaria or Crocosmia.

By: Digging Dog Nursery

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Gardening facts about Symphyotrichum pilosum var. pringlei 'Monte Cassino' plant

How to Grow Symphyotrichum pilosum var. pringlei 'Monte Cassino'

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

Features

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

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Zones

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Width: 12"-24"

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