Aster thomsoniiAster thomsonii

Aster thomsonii

Aster thomsonii is a parent plant of the popular and better known Aster x frikartii ‘Monch’. Aster thomsonii is a little taller and more upright then its offspring but with the same large lavender blue daisy flowers. A highlight of late August and September. Tends to prefer reasonable drainage and a sunny position in the garden. Height 60-70cm – once established diameter 30cm.

 

 

£5.70

Genus

Aster

Height

50cm-1m

Colour

Blue/lilac/mauve

Aspect

Full sun

Season of interest

Autumn

Soil type

Chalk/lime, Free draining/sand, Improved clay, Loam

Pollinator

Yes

Planting style

Cottage, Naturalistic