Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Asteraceae

Genus:

Aster

Species:

Aster alpinus subsp. glabratus

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

30 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

jun,jul,aug

Bloom Colors:

purple, blue, pink, white

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

bees, butterflies, small pollinators

Deer Resistant:

Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days

Germination Time:

14–30 days

Notes:

Requires light for germination. Surface sow seeds and maintain cool temperatures around 15-18°C.

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