Seeds: Symphyotrichum novae-angliae (f. Aster novae-angliae), New England aster

Includes a brochure with instructions on how to sow native seeds.

Seed sowing instructions

C(60) = Symphyotrichum novae-angliae seeds need at least 60 days of cold moist stratification prior to sowing.
You can find more information about how to sow native seeds HERE.

Plant information

The late blooms of the New England aster provides a welcome nectar source for the migrating Monarchs and many other butterflies and bees.

Easily identified by the hairy stem and clasping leaves, this aster reaches heights of 5 feet and stands out amongst the fall garden with spectacular color and texture. New England aster grows well in a variety of conditions, and so can be a bit thuggish if allowed to grow unchecked. Dead-heading the spent flowers can help keep this plant under control.

This perennial grows well alongside many goldenrods and other equally prolific growers. One of the nicest aspects of this aster is the wide variety of bloom colors, from purple, violet, lavender to all kinds of pinks. That is not a trait one sees often with straight species plants! Add this one to your cut flower garden for some real variety.

seeds: Symphyotrichum novae-angliae (New England aster)

$4.50

Quantity

packet 150 seeds

stratification code
C(60)

A	Seed should germinate when sown in a warm location.
B	Hot water treatment: Bring water to a boil, remove from heat, pour over seeds, and soak for 24 hours.. Generally this is for seed with a thick seedcoat.
C	(# of days of cold moist stratification) Seeds germinate after a period of cold, moist stratification. Mix seeds with a handful of damp vermiculite or clean sand (moist—but not wet). Place mixture in a sealed plastic bag and store in a refrigerator, NOT the freezer.
D	Sow on the surface of the soil. Generally these seeds are very small.
E	These seeds need a 60-90 day warm, moist period followed by a 60-90 day cold, moist period.
F	These seeds need a 60-90 day cold, moist period followed by a 60-90 day warm, moist period followed by a 2nd cold, 60-90 day moist period.
G	Highest germination rate in cool soil.
H	Seeds need scarification: One way this can be achieved is to rub the seed between two sheets of sand paper. If code "C" is also called for, scarify first.
I	Legume Inoculant (more info next year).
J	Legume seeds (more info next year).
K	Parasitic species which needs a host plant.
L	Plant fresh seed or keep seed moist.
M	Best results when seed sown outdoors in the fall for a natural winter.

October 1: Seeds sales begin and will be available for purchase:

in-person OR

online with in-person pickup OR

online with shipping within New England.

Please choose the delivery method at checkout.

Seeds arrive in a curbside-recyclable padded envelope (no plastic).

Note: New species will become available each day over the first week or two.

Species listed as "local ecotype" are collected ethically from Ecoregion 59 and grown out for sale.

Native Plants
for New England

seeds: Symphyotrichum novae-angliae (New England aster)

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