Aster amellus 'King George'
aster
For a long period throughout summer and autumn, this sturdy, neat plant is smothered with large (to 6cm wide) and showy, rich...
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Plant description
For a long period throughout summer and autumn, this sturdy, neat plant is smothered with large (to 6cm wide) and showy, rich purple-blue flowerheads that have golden yellow centres. One of the best and most reliable asters, this cultivar has a good resistance to mildew. Ideal for adding late colour to the garden, it mixes well with other late flowering perennials such as Rudbeckias, Achilleas and Echinaceas. They also blend well with ornamental grasses for prairie style planting schemes.
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Plant features
Position
Light shade
Rate of growth
Average
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness
Fully hardy
How to care for Aster amellus King George:
Water regularly during dry spells and deadhead to prolong flowering. After flowering cut the flowered stems to the ground and apply a generous mulch of well-rotted garden compost or horse manure around the base of the plant.
Please note:
This perennial dies back to below ground level each year in autumn, then fresh new growth appears again in spring.
