Aster aitchisonii

Aster aitchisonii

Native to:
Afghanistan | Pakistan

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Asteraceae
Genus:
Aster
Species:
Aster aitchisonii

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
60 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Months:
jul,aug,sep
Bloom Colors:
purple, violet

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees, butterflies
Deer Resistant:
Yes

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days
Germination Time:
14–30 days
Notes:
Seeds require light for germination and cool temperatures. Surface sow or barely cover.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI

ORGHPS Germination Guide: Prechill if seed is not fresh; germination can be uneven

Source: Ontario Rock Garden & Hardy Plant Society