Aster divaricatus 'Beth Chatto' - P9

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Symphyotrichum, Eurybia divaricata.

Bulletpoints
* fruit ornamentation * the flowers are highly favoured by bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * cut flower * fragrant flowers * wintergreen

Growth habit
Upright, bushy.

Water
Water regularly and allow the soil to dry out in the meantime.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Planting: Autumn, depending on variety also in spring.

Care
If watered less frequently but thoroughly and thoroughly, the plant roots are encouraged to penetrate into deeper soil layers. This enables the plant to survive dry periods better.

Flower
Aster divaricatus forms star-shaped, white flowers arranged in umbels from August. These exude a pleasant fragrance.

fruit
The silvery fruits of Aster divaricatus are particularly decorative. These appear from October.

Use
Cut, bee pasture, ground cover, woodland edge, undergrowth, shade