Aster tataricusTatarian aster
Family:Asteraceae
属:紫菀属
common name:Tatarian aster
introduce:Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Family: Asteraceae
Missouri Native: No
Native Range: Siberia
Height: 3 to 6 feet
Spread: 2 to 3 feet
Bloom Time: September
Bloom Color: Violet-blue with yellow center
Sun: Full sun (only)
Water: Medium moisture
Maintenance: Medium
General Culture:
Easily grown in average, medium wet, well-drained soil in full sun. Divide every one to two years to maintain vigor.
Noteworthy Characteristics:
This tatarian aster is an erect, tall-growing species (to 6) which seldom requires staking. Distinctive paddle-shaped, lower leaves are up to 24" long and 6" wide, but leaves are significantly smaller in size higher up on the plant. Small but abundant flowers (to 1" across) with deep lavender to blue rays and yellow centers appear in flat-topped clusters in autumn. A late blooming Aster that still looks fresh at time of first frost. Attractive to butterflies.
No serious insect or disease problems. Staking may be necessary if grown in moist, fertile soils.
Uses:
A tall Aster for the back of the border or for naturalizing in a wildflower area.
