Aster pyrenaeus

Aster pyrenaeus

Aster pyrenaeus

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Asteraceae
Genus:
Aster
Species:
Aster pyrenaeus
USDA Symbol:
ASPY3

Growth Characteristics

Height:
60 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Months:
jul,aug,sep
Bloom Colors:
purple, lavender

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees, butterflies, beneficial insects
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 should be surface-sown. Germination is improved with cold stratification.

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