End the gardening season with a spectacular burst of color with our New England Aster seeds. This beloved North American native wildflower is a champion of the fall garden, becoming absolutely covered in vibrant, purple, daisy-like flowers with sunny yellow centers. It is an incredibly important late-season nectar source for pollinators, providing a final feast for monarch butterflies on their migration south. This hardy, low-maintenance perennial is perfect for adding height and brilliant color to any meadow or naturalized garden.
⭐ What you'll love
- An absolute profusion of vibrant purple flowers in the fall.
- A crucial late-season nectar source for monarch butterflies and bees.
- A tall, stately native plant that provides a stunning backdrop.
- A very hardy and reliable perennial that is easy to grow from seed.
🌿 Seed details
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Plant Name: New England Aster (Symphyotrichum novae-angliae)
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Seed Quantity: Approx. 200 seeds
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Type: Heirloom, Open Pollinated, Non-GMO
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Lifecycle: Perennial
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Height: 3-6 feet
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Days to Maturity: Blooms in the first or second year.
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USDA Zone: 4-8
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Origin: American Grown
🌱 Growing instructions
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Sowing: The easiest method is to sow seeds outdoors in the fall. The seeds will be naturally stratified over the winter and will germinate in the spring.
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Stratification: To plant in the spring, seeds require a 30-day period of cold, moist stratification in the refrigerator before sowing.
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Depth: Plant seeds 1/8 inch deep.
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Spacing: Space or thin plants to 18-24 inches apart.
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Light Requirement: Full Sun to Partial Shade.
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Soil: Prefers moist, well-draining soil.
✅ Our seed packets
- Professionally designed and made.
- Resealable for convenient, long-term storage.
- Eco-friendly and recyclable (contains no plastic).
- Includes full, detailed growing instructions.
- Vigorously tested to ensure the highest germination rates.
- Custom packets for weddings, baby showers, or events are available. Just message us!
🚚 Shipping
- FREE SHIPPING on all orders of $35 or more.
- Flat Rate shipping no matter how many seeds you order.
- Tracking is included with every order.
