Photo of Aster ageratoides 'Starshine' flower by Karl Gercens III

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Aster ageratoides 'Starshine'

Also Known As

  • Starshine Japanese Aster

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 18"-24"
  • W: 18"-24"

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

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Aster ageratoides 'Starshine' plant details

Aster ageratoides 'Starshine' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer 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 - occasional water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Aster ageratoides 'Starshine'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 18 IN - 24 IN - wide, 18 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in fall and summer
Uses: cutting garden, easy-to-grow, mildew-resistant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Aster ageratoides 'Starshine'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Sturdy perennial mounds to 2’ are smothered in tiny white flowers with teeny yellow centers August through October. Attracts butterflies and bees; nice cut flower. Very easy to cultivate, best in full sun, most any soil, moist to dryish. Deer, rabbit and mildew resistant.

Gardening facts about Aster ageratoides 'Starshine' plant

How to Grow Aster ageratoides 'Starshine'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

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

    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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Zones

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