Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Asteraceae

Genus:

Aster

Species:

Aster lavandulifolius

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Shrub , Shrub

Height:

90 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

aug,sep,oct

Bloom Colors:

lavender, purple

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

bees, butterflies

Source: deepseek-v4-flash

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days

Germination Time:

14–30 days

Notes:

Seeds benefit from cold stratification for 30-60 days to improve germination.

Source: deepseek-v4-flash