Aster

Masses of large, light blue flowers with yellow centres from August through to October and lanced-shaped, mid-green leaves. A pretty aster that looks lovely at the front or middle of a mixed or herbaceous border in full sun. Like all asters it is great for adding a splash of much needed late summer colour to the garden.Position: full sunSoil: well-drained, moderately ferile soilRate of growth: averageFlowering period: August to OctoberFlower colour: light blueOther features: lance-shaped, mid-green leavesHardiness: fully hardyGarden care: Water regularly during dry spells and deadhead regularly to prolong flowering. After flowering cut the flowered stems to the ground and apply a generous mulch of well-rotted garden compost or horse manure around the base of the plant
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