Symphyotrichum novae-angliae [sold as New England Aster]
New England Aster

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Daisy-like asters with purple rays and yellow centers. Flowers are attractive to butterflies.
 Foliage Notes:
Rough, hairy, lance-shaped leaves.
 Stem Notes:
Stiff, hairy stems.
 Fruit Notes:
A small, dry, hairy, single-seeded structure.
 Ultimate Height:
3-6' feet
 Ultimate Spread:
2-3' feet
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 Purdue Plant Doctor
Parts and Problems of Aster, Michaelmas Daisy, New England Aster
  Special Characteristics:
  • Naturalizing 129
  • Showy Flowers 97

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