Aster dumosus 'Wood's Pink' - Michaelmas Daisy - Photo courtesy of Walters Gardens, Inc.

Michaelmas Daisy

Aster dumosus 'Wood's Pink'

Also called New York Aster

  • AKA Aster novi-belgii 'Wood's Pink'
  • Densely-packed clusters of pink flowers with a yellow eye
  • Excellent compact form
  • Mildew-resistant foliage
  • Bloom Time: Late summer into fall

ZONE:
4

COLOUR:
Pink

HEIGHT:
30-40 cm

SPREAD:
30-50 cm

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Growing and Maintenance Tips:


This species of aster needs to be planted in an open and reasonably sunny position to achieve peak flowering. Needs good air circulation to limit mildew issues and prevent the bottom foliage from dropping. Pinch back 1/3 of the foliage twice before early summer, to maintain shape and foliage vigour.

Characteristics & Attributes


ATTRACTS WILDLIFE:
Attracts Pollinators
GROWTH RATE:
Medium
FLOWERING TIME:
Fall
Lt. Sum-Fall
FOLIAGE COLOR:
Green
LANDSCAPE USES:
Border/edging