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Aster novae-angliae 'Alma Potschke'
| Offering masses of daisy-like blooms, use plants from this large, diverse group for formal borders, and rock and natural gardens. The low-growing Alpine Aster blooms in spring. More common types are hybrids of New York Aster, which bloom in late summer and fall when many perennials are finished. Best in full sun, but partial shade in hot southern climates. Feed sparingly to avoid lush growth susceptible to mildew and diseases. All Aster frikartii varieties are somewhat resistant to mildew. Plant in well-drained soil to avoid root rot. For bushier plants with more flowers where growing season is long, pinch back in spring when shoots are 6 inches and later in early summer. Divide plants at least every other year before flowering decreases and inner shoots of clumps lose vigor. Replant only healthy outer divisions. |
For up to six weeks beginning early or mid-season, this colorful plant produces blooms on sturdy 3-foot stems that usually do not need staking. Tolerates wet areas. Long-lasting cut flowers.
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Attributes - Aster novae-angliae 'Alma Potschke'
Plant Type: Perennial
Bloom Season: Late Summer through Early Fall
Flower Color: Pink
Foliage: Deciduous
Height: 3 ft. to 4 ft.
Width: 3 ft.
Sunlight: Full Sun
Climate: Zones 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
Notes: Thrives in Wet Soil. Cut Flowers, Long Blooming, Showy Flowers. Susceptible to Powdery Mildew.
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Aster 'Royal Opal', Aster 'Snow Flurry', Aster alpinus, Aster frikartii 'Monch', Aster lateriflorus, Aster novae-angliae 'Barr's Pink', Aster novae-angliae 'Harrington's Pink', Aster novae-angliae 'Treasure', Aster novi-belgii 'Alert', Aster novi-belgii 'Alice Haslam', Aster novi-belgii 'Fellowship', Aster novi-belgii 'Professor A. Kippenburg', Aster tongolensis 'Wartbug Star'
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