Symphyotrichum lateriflorus 'Lady in Black' (Lady in Black Aster)


Michael's Opinion

One of the more spectacular asters for landscape and garden planting. Very effective in groups and with strong stiff stems masses of the plant give the bulk effect of shrubs growing in the garden.

Botanical Information

FamilyAsteraceae
GenusSymphyotrichum
Specieslateriflorus
Cultivar'Lady in Black'
SynonymsAster lateriflorous 'Lady in Black'
CategoryPerennials

Details

USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Height40 cm
Spread60 cm
GrowthMedium
Flowering PeriodSeptember, October

Description and Growing Information

Notable SpecimensThe Gardens of Fanshawe College, London, Ontario, Canada.
HabitatHorticultural origin.

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