Aster tricephalus

Aster tricephalus

Native to:
China | India | Nepal
Aster tricephalus

GBIF: Meise Botanic Garden

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Taxonomy

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

Growth Characteristics

Height:
120 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Months:
aug,sep,oct
Bloom Colors:
white, pale lavender

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees, butterflies, birds
Deer Resistant:
Yes

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days
Germination Time:
14–30 days
Notes:
Seeds require light for germination; surface sow or press lightly into soil without covering.

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