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Native Wetland Plants

Symphotrichum novae-angliae

New England Aster

More About New England Aster

Symphotrychum novae-angliae, New england Aster, is one of the most attractive and common asters that thrives in moist full sun meadows. From mid August through October, New England Aster produces numerous flowers ranging in color from pale lavender to deep purple, standing 3-6’ tall. Typically deer resistant and excellent as a cut flower, the New England Aster is a must for open moist habitat.

Bloom Color

Purple

Symphotrichum novae-angliae Characteristics & Attributes

Exposure
• Sun
Mature Height
• > 4'
Spread Characteristics
• Rhizomatous - Slow
Season of Interest (Flowering)
• Fall
Season of Interest (Foliage)
• Summer
• Fall
Pond Zonation
• Flood Plain - Upland
• High Marsh - Saturated Soil
Foliage Color
• Green
Wildlife Benefits
• Bees/Pollinators
• Butterflies
• Food
• Songbirds
Critter Resistance
• Deer Resistant
Wetland Indicator Status
• FACW
• FACW-
Plant Type
• Flowering Perennial
Attributes
• Cut Flower
• Drought Tolerant
• Erosion Control
• Fibrous Roots
• Native
• Naturalizing
• Ornamental Flower
• Rain Garden
• Rock Garden
• Storm Water Basin
USDA Hardiness Zone
• 3
• 4
• 5
• 6
• 7
• 8