Order Code:	ASALS
Blooms:	Early Fall to Late Fall
Flower Color:	Purple
Sun-Shade:	Full Sun to Mostly Sunny
Accent Color:	Red
Soil Condition:	Normal, Clay
Plant Height:	Medium
Zones:	z3,z4,z5,z6,z7,z8
Found in list(s):	Plants that tolerate a Clay soil    OK in containers - see FAQ for overwintering    Seaside/Salt tolerant    Plants that attract Butterflies    Rabbit Resistant    Good for Cut Flowers

ASTER ALERT - Short - Plant 16" to 18" apart. Zone 3-8 All are 12" to 15" in height, perfect little mounds of color beginning in September. Purple red. ASALS

General Information
These are invaluable in the hardy border, adding superb color in the autumn. Very durable and long lived. Even heavy, wet soils will suit them. Richer soils will generally yield taller plants. Powdery mildew can be a problem. Mounds of color beginning in September, in a full range of colors. Asters are great at adding blue shades to fall season’s color.

Plant Care
Pinch back and divide like mums for best display. General rule of thumb is to pinch until 4th of July and not after. Pinching yields better branching and more flowers.