Symphyotrichum novi-belgii

New York aster (Aster novi-belgii)

With flowers ranging from bright pink to deep purple and that last for months, it is no surprise that New York aster is so popular. This aster forms many-stemmed clumps with smooth, narrow leaves. A late-season pollinator favorite.

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Height: 1-3 ft
Spread: 1-2 ft
Hardiness Zone: 3-9


Characteristics & Attributes

Cultivation Status
• Species
Exposure
• Sun
• Part Shade
Soil Moisture
• Average
• Wet
Ecoregion
• (84) Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens
• (82) Acadian Plains and Hills
• (58) Northeastern Highlands
• (83) Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands
• (59) Northeastern Coastal Zone
Ornamental Interest
• Fall Bloom
Attracts Wildlife
• Host Plant
• Attracts Songbirds
• Attracts Bees
• Attracts Butterflies
• Pollinator Powerhouse Plant
Tolerance
• Salt Tolerant
• Urban Environment
Additional Attributes
• Low Maintenance
Landscape Use
• Meadow garden
• Specimen
• Massing


North American Distribution


New York aster - Symphyotrichum novi-belgii from Native Plant Trust
(c) 2019 Glenn Mittelhauser