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    Also Known As

    • Aster novae-angliae 'Purple Dome'
    • Purple Dome Aster

    Plant type

    perennial

    size

    • H: 18"-18"
    • W: 24"-36"

    planting zones

    • 3a-9b

    4" | $14

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    Symphyotrichum novae-angliae 'Purple Dome' plant details

    Symphyotrichum novae-angliae 'Purple Dome' is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer purple flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects, birds and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Symphyotrichum novae-angliae 'Purple Dome'

    Plant type: perennial
    Plant family: asteraceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 24 IN - 36 IN - wide, 18 IN - 18 IN - tall
    Flowers: purple blooms in fall and summer
    Uses: fall color, floriferous

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Symphyotrichum novae-angliae 'Purple Dome'

    USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
    Watering frequency: regular - low
    Resistant to: deer and rabbit
    Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

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    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    This fine compact Aster introduced by Mt. Cuba Center forms an 18" mound of deep purple which is eye-catching by itself and show-stopping mixed with other fall "minis". S/M

    By: Forestfarm

    (AKA Symphyotrichum novae-angliae Purple Dome) Very compact and heavy blooming variety, this aster usually tops out at 18-20” tall and domes out to 24-30”; in late summer and early fall, this cushion of foliage bursts with rich purple flowers that cover the plant! Very easy, most any soil, takes dryish to wet conditions (but doesn’t like winter sog), attracts butterflies, small vase cut flowers. A sun worshiper. USDA Z3 4” pot

    By: Secret Garden Growers

    Dick Lighty of The Mount Cuba Center in Greenville Delaware spotted this dwarf form of Aster novae angliae along a Pennsylvania roadside. It blooms in late Summer with dark purple flowers with yellow centers. And instead of the typical 5'-6' height, only reaches 8"-14" tall. Ideal for the front of the border.

    By: Sunshine Farm and Gardens

    A naturally compact, floriferous variety that provides a burst of vibrant purple color in the late season landscape. One of the most garden-worthy native selections out there, introduced by the Mt. Cuba Center in Delaware. Excellent mildew resistance.

    By: Deer Country Gardens

    Compact deep purple Aug-Sept

    By: Jockey Hill Nursery

    Lose yourself, like the linear, dark green fuzzy foliage, in a sea of royal purple flowers held on erect stems. Mildew resistant, compact and bushy, the handsome symmetrical mound becomes engulfed with 1-_ in. wide, golden-eyed, vividly colored daisies in a truly breathtaking spectacle, especially when planted en masse. Dr. Richard Lighty developed this easy-care, late season show stopper that makes a sterling addition to arrangements and a captivating counterpoint to Stipa arundinacea.

    By: Digging Dog Nursery

    Beautiful deep purple, semidouble flowers. A more compact version at 18" tall and 30" wide. Mildew resistant.

    By: Greer Gardens Inc.

    Late summer flowers of deep, royal purple on compact plants 3 ft tall and wide.

    By: Dancing Oaks Nursery

    Gardening facts about Symphyotrichum novae-angliae 'Purple Dome' plant

    How to Grow Symphyotrichum novae-angliae 'Purple Dome'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly shade

    • Water Needs

      • regular - drought tolerant

    • Soil Needs

      • adaptable
      • average
      • well-drained
      • rich

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • purple

    • Wildlife

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

    • Flower Season

      • fall
      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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