Aster novae-angliae 'Grape Crush'
Grape Crush New England Aster
- AKA Symphyotrichum novae-angliae 'Grape Crush'
- Vibrant rounded purple flowers
- Mounding green foliage
- Good resistance to powdery mildew
- Category: Perennials, Natives
- Patent: PP33612
- Hardiness Zone: 3-8
- Height: 26-30 in
- Spread: 40-44 in
- Spacing: 40-44 in
- Bloom Color: Purple
Exposure
| • | Full Sun |
Season of Interest (Flowering)
| • | Fall |
Season of Interest (Foliage)
| • | Fall |
Attributes
| • | Border or Bed |
| • | Container |
| • | Cut Flower/Foliage |
| • | Disease Resistant |
| • | Fall Color |
| • | Long Blooming |
| • | Mass Planting |
| • | Native |
Habit
| • | Upright |
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Aster novae-angliae 'Grape Crush'
Grows best in full sun, with an average to moist soil. Needs good air circulation to limit mildew issues and prevent the bottom foliage from dropping. Pinch back 1/3 of the foliage twice before early summer, to maintain shape and foliage vigour. Does not require staking.