Aster sphaerotus

Aster sphaerotus

Native to:
China

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Taxonomy

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

Growth Characteristics

Height:
120 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Months:
aug,sep,oct
Bloom Colors:
purple, blue, white

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees, butterflies, birds

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

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

Source: Ontario Rock Garden & Hardy Plant Society