Aster spectabilis is an upright clump forming perennial with narrowly oval leaves. In late summer clouds of large very narrow petalled mid blue daisies are clustered at the tip of each stem. Plants prosper in hot sunny sites where they are magnets for bees. Height 30-60cm (1-2'). A lovely plant for the wild or prairie garden.
Common NameShowy Starwort
Height30-60 cm (12-24")
Soil TypeAll
Soil pHAcid, Neutral, Alkaline
AspectSun
HardinessHardy
Flowering TimeSummer to Autumn
Cut FlowerCut Flower
Plants for PollinatorsPlants for Pollinators
Bee FriendlyBee Friendly
Butterfly FriendlyButterfly Friendly
Flower ColourBlue
Plant TypeAlpine