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Purple Dome New England Aster

Aster novae-angliae 'Purple Dome'

Category: Perennial • Aster

Purple Dome New England Aster features vibrant purple flowers and attracts pollinators, perfect for borders and mass plantings.

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Mature Height: 12-18 inches

Mature Width: 12-18 inches

Bloom Color: Purple

Bloom Time: Late summer to fall

Light: Sun

Zone: Zones 3-8

Maintenance: Moderate

Growth Rate: Moderate

Season of Interest: Fall

Foliage: Deciduous

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Designed & Reviewed by

Josh Graber

Owner and Landscape Designer · Kansas State University · 25+ Years Experience

B.S. in Horticulture and Landscape Design – Kansas State University

25+ years of industry experience

Description

Purple Dome New England Aster is a compact perennial known for its vibrant purple flowers and bushy growth habit. It attracts pollinators and adds color to late summer and fall gardens.

Ideal Conditions

Thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. It requires moderate moisture for optimal growth.

Soil Preferences

Well-drained soil is ideal, with moderate moisture levels. It adapts to a range of pH levels.

Sun Needs

Sun

Landscape Guidance

Landscape Use

bordermass plantingpollinator garden

Special Features

Attractive purple flowerslate summer bloomattracts pollinators

Wildlife Value

Attracts pollinators and provides seeds for birds.

Resistance / Tolerance

Drought tolerant once established.

Notes from Our Designer

Great for adding color in late summer. Consider grouping for a more dramatic effect.

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