Aster macrophyllus
$22.00 / 1G AB
Big Leaf Aster ·
Description
Aster macrophyllus, commonly known as Bigleaf Aster, is a herbaceous perennial valued for its light purple flowers during fall and summer. Grow it in partial to deep shade in moist, well-drained clay or loam soil. Flowers are attractive to butterflies. In the landscape, it works well in small groups, naturalized area, and walkways. A perfect ground cover for shade, it has a moderate growth rate and generally requires little routine maintenance.
Benefits
Extends color and interest into the part of the season when many gardens start to fade. Supports a more active, living garden with flowers that pollinators can use. Fits naturally into Mid-Atlantic planting palettes and woodland gardens.
Features
Aster macrophyllus produces purple flowers and provides cultivar-specific ornamental interest.
Usage/Use
Native garden, pollinator garden, fall color, shady ground cover
| Aster macrophyllus | |
| Bigleaf Aster | |
| No | |
| Best grown in full shade to part shade with average moisture. | |
| Full Shade to Part Shade; Average moisture; Well-drained average garden soil. Water regularly the first season, then adjust to plant preference. | |
| North America | |
| Native to Eastern North America | |
| Yes | |
| North America | |
| No |
| 3 - 8 | |
| Hardy in USDA Zones 3–8; protect roots during establishment. | |
| Full Sun | |
| Loam | |
| 6 - 8 | |
| 1 - 3 in | |
| 1 - 3 in | |
| Medium | |
| 1 - 3 ft |
| Yes | |
| Longtime | |
| Late Summer | |
| None | |
| Violet | |
| Green | |
| Green foliage | |
| Beneficial Insects | |
| Native Garden | |
| Flower Interest | |
| Sun-Loving Perennials | |
| Spreading | |
| Average | |
| Fall, Spring, Summer |
| Average Water | |
| Well-drained | |
| Water deeply during establishment; after established, water based on rainfall and soil moisture. | |
| Medium | |
| Water regularly during establishment, mulch to conserve moisture, and cut back/prune at the proper seasonal time. |