Dee's Gardens
Common Name
New York Aster or Aster
Botanical Name
Aster dumosus 'Wood's Purple'
Zones
3,4,5,6,7,8
Light
Requirements
Full Sun
Water Needs
Average
Soil
Rich
Height
12-16"
Spread
15-20"
Critter Resistance
N/A
Other
Performs best in rich, evenly moist soil and
full sun and air circulation.  Plants perform
better if divided every couple of years in
Spring.
Plant Size
Grade #1
Ships
April - May
'Wood's Purple' is a dwarf species with semi-double purple
flowers that provide outstanding color in the garden from late
summer into fall.  Does not require staking and has shown
excellent resistance to mildew and rust.  Butterflies love it!