Aster novae-angliae 'Alma Potchke'

(Symphyotrichum n.a.) New England Aster

Selected many years ago in Germany, this New England Aster produces warm, deep pink blooms without interruption for 4-6 weeks, beginning in early September. A bright color for the fall garden, it provides nectar for butterflies and cover for birds and other small animals.

Benefits

	Attracts butterflies
	Striking color
	Does not need to be staked
	Good cut flower
	Grows in sun or light shade

Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips

Plant in full sun or light shade in moist, well-drained soil.

Mix with native grasses and goldenrods (Solidago) and Aster Purple Dome for a spectacular display in the fall

Place in an area with good air circulation to keep foliage looking good

Height 30-40 Inches

Spread 24-30 Inches

Native Range moist meadows, open woods, fields; Massachusetts and Vermont to North Dakota and Wyoming south to New Mexico and Virginia; Maine to the Rockies south to northern Texas and Georgia Distribution Maps by State and County

Native Trivia Monarchs east of the Rocky Mountains migrate to a mountainous area west of Mexico City. Butterflies gain energy from nectar plants like asters to fuel their long southward migration.

USDA Hardiness Zone 3-8

"Asters are a great source of nectar for migrating monarchs and other late season butterflies."

Good Companions (Symphyotrichum n.a.) New England Aster (Aster novae-angliae), 'Fireworks' Goldenrod (Solidago rugosa)

Characteristics & Attributes

Plan Sub Group • Medium Perennials	Exposure • Sun	Soil • Well-drained • Humus-rich • Acidic • Wide soil tolerance • Saline or alkaline • Heavy clay	Soil Moisture Preference • Average • Moist • Moist but well-drained
Attracts Wildlife • Reptiles • Butterflies • Mammals • Beneficial insects	Bloom Time • Fall • Late Summer	Critter Resistance • Deer Resistant	Habitat Collection • Butterfly
Native Habitat • Grassland	Foliage Color • Green	Uses • Meadow • Drought tolerant • Border • Mass plant • Cut or dried flower