Symphotrichum novi-belgii, New york Aster, with slightly smaller blue flowers than New England Aster, thrives in a more permanently moist habitat. Symphotrichum novi-belgii is a deer resistant PA rare plant that spreads slowly via rhizomes and is at home in open full sun meadows.
Exposure
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Mature Height
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Spread Characteristics
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Season of Interest (Flowering)
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Season of Interest (Foliage)
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Pond Zonation
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Flood Plain - Upland |
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High Marsh - Saturated Soil |
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Foliage Color
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Wildlife Benefits
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Bees/Pollinators |
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Butterflies |
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Food |
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Critter Resistance
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Wetland Indicator Status
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Plant Type
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Attributes
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Cut Flower |
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Drought Tolerant |
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Erosion Control |
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Fibrous Roots |
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Mass Planting |
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Native |
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Naturalizing |
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Ornamental Flower |
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Rain Garden |
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Storm Water Basin |
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USDA Hardiness Zone
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