Aster ageratoides 'Ezo Murasaki'

Also Known As

Ezo Murasaki Aster

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

H: 1'-2'
W: 5'-10'

planting zones

4a-9b

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Aster ageratoides 'Ezo Murasaki' plant details

Aster ageratoides 'Ezo Murasaki' is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous perennial groundcover with green foliage. In fall purple 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 average, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Aster ageratoides 'Ezo Murasaki'

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 5 FT - 10 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in fall
Uses: cutting garden, easy-to-grow, spreading

GROWING CONDITIONS for Aster ageratoides 'Ezo Murasaki'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Our dear friend Margie Mott brought us this very late blooming Aster. Small deep purple aster blossoms with yellow centers adorn this plant on 2' stems from August through November.

By: Avant Gardens

Gardening facts about Aster ageratoides 'Ezo Murasaki' plant

How to Grow Aster ageratoides 'Ezo Murasaki'

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
- rich
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant

Features

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