Symphyotrichum novae-angliae

Symphyotrichum novae-angliae subsp. var.	New England Aster
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Symphyotrichum novae-angliae (formerly Aster novae-angliae), commonly known as the New England Aster, is an herbaceous perennial in the composite family.

The plant grows up to 120 cm with a stout, hairy stem and lance-shaped leaves with entire margins. The flower heads are showy with yellow disc florets at the center and ray florets that range from a deep purple or rose to rarely white. The New England aster inhabits a wide variety of habitats and soil types, though it does not tolerate strong shade.

Due to the attractive flowers, numerous cultivars of have been developed. Furthermore, as a result of its increased usage in the garden, it has been introduced to many area beyond its natural range, including Europe and several western US states.

Standard Cyclopedia of Horticulture

Aster novae-angliae, Linn. New England Aster. A stout-std. corymbosely branched perennial, 3-5 ft.: Lvs. oblong-lanceolate, clasping the st., hairy, 2½-4 in. long: fls. numerous, showy, the 40-50 violet- purple rays about ½-¾ in. long. E. N. Amer. A.F. 9:283.—The best and most widely known native aster suitable for open places but partial to moisture. Var. roseus, Hort., an excellent rose-colored form, is offered by some dealers. Many cult, forms in European collections. The above text is from the Standard Cyclopedia of Horticulture. It may be out of date, but still contains valuable and interesting information which can be incorporated into the remainder of the article. Click on "Collapse" in the header to hide this text.

Varieties

• List of Symphyotrichum species

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References

• Standard Cyclopedia of Horticulture, by L. H. Bailey, MacMillan Co., 1963

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