ASTER NOVI-BELGIIAster novi belgii New York Aster syn. Symphyotrichum novi belgii Use in rain gardens Category: Perennial Breeder: American Beauties Native Plants Hardiness Zone: 4 8 Height: 12 18 in Spread: 1 2 ft A late season powerhouse, this upright perennial lights up the fall garden with masses of daisy like blooms in shades of blue violet, pink, or white. Each flower features a golden yellow center that draws in butterflies and pollinators when few other

Even butterflies hang around this tree since its leaves are a caterpillar food source for a number of colorful species

making them a good choice for waterwise landscapes

» Long harvest season

Flowers June-September

uniqueness of color

Forms a colorful border planting when grouped in the landscape

Attracts hummingbirds and butterflies

'Wedding Gown' is a low maintenance garden partner for life that tolerates mildew and wants for nothing other than a shady to semi-shady location

Self-pollinating but best planted with another European Plum

» Larval host for butterflies (Northern Pearly Eye Butterfly)

you have a plant just might become your summer favorite

perfect for adding a crisp