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Aster stracheyi

Aster stracheyi

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Aster stracheyi, with very large solitary flowers in a pinkish-purple colour.
Height at maturity
15 cm
Spread at maturity
20 cm
Exposure
Sun
Hardiness
Hardy down to -29°C
Soil moisture
Moist soil
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Best planting time February to March, September to October
Recommended planting time February to April, September to November
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Description

This aster is native to the high valleys of the Himalayas where it grows between 2900 and 4700 metres (9514 and 15420 feet) above sea level. The crown forms rosettes close to the ground composed of small, almost round leaves. In spring, short reddish stems emerge from the crown, each bearing a solitary pinkish-purple flower with slender 'petals' which is quite large compared to the overall size of the plant.

Although this aster can be grown on the edge of a flower bed, it will be best showcased in a paved garden, rockery, or flowering wall, alongside small bellflowers or grasses.

Flowering

Flower colour mauve
Flowering time June to July
Bee-friendly Attracts pollinators

Foliage

Foliage persistence Deciduous
Foliage colour medium green

Plant habit

Height at maturity 15 cm
Spread at maturity 20 cm
Growth rate normal

Botanical data

Genus

Aster

Species

stracheyi

Family

Asteraceae

Origin

Cultivar or hybrid

Planting and care

From its mountain origins, this aster has great cold resistance. It is undemanding regarding the nature of the soil, but prefers it to be well-drained and rich in humus. It requires a very sunny location to flower well.

Planting period

Best planting time February to March, September to October
Recommended planting time February to April, September to November

Intended location

Type of use Border
Hardiness Hardy down to -29°C (USDA zone 5) Show map
Ease of cultivation Amateur
Planting density 7 per m2
Exposure Sun
Soil pH Neutral, Calcareous
Soil type Silty-loamy (rich and light)
Soil moisture Moist soil

Care

Overwinter Can be left in the ground

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