Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Asteraceae

Genus:

Aster

Species:

Aster pyrenaeus

USDA Symbol:

ASPY3

Growth Characteristics

Height:

80 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Months:

jul,aug,sep

Bloom Colors:

violet, purple

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

bees, butterflies

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days

Germination Time:

14–30 days

Notes:

Seeds benefit from cold stratification for 4-8 weeks before sowing; surface sow on moist medium.