| Aster lateriflorum 'Lady In Black' |
USDA Zone: 3-8 |
Lady In Black Calico Aster is covered in stunning white daisy flowers with shell pink overtones and rose eyes at the ends of the stems from late summer to mid fall. The flowers are excellent for cutting. Its attractive narrow leaves emerge chartreuse in spring, turning deep purple in colour with hints of black throughout the season. The black stems can be quite attractive.
An elegant, mounding perennial with strappy, purplish-black leaves; plant is covered with tiny, red centered white daisies in late summer to early fall; best foliage color in full sun; drought tolerant and adaptable to many soil types.
Lady In Black Calico Aster is recommended for the following landscape applications;
- Mass Planting
- Border Edging
- General Garden Use
- Container Planting
Bloom Time: Summer, Fall
Attracts Butterflies
Long Blooming
Low Maintenance
Common Name: Horizontal Aster, Aster
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| More About Lady In Black Aster |
| Height: 36 inches |
Spread: 36 inches |
Flower Colour: White / Pink Shades |
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Lady In Black Aster does best in full sun to partial shade. It prefers to grow in average to moist conditions, and shouldn't be allowed to dry out. It is not particular as to soil pH, but grows best in rich soils, and is able to handle environmental salt. It is somewhat tolerant of urban pollution. Asters perform best in rich, evenly moist soil and full sun. Give them lots of room to grow; good air circulation will help to prevent powdery mildew. Though this cultivar has a bushy, compact habit, it may still require staking. To promote dense growth that is less likely to flop, pinch plants back from late spring until July. Lady In Black Aster is a fine choice for the garden, but it is also a good selection for planting in outdoor pots and containers. It can be used either as 'filler' or as a 'thriller' in the 'spiller-thriller-filler' container combination, depending on the height and form of the other plants used in the container planting. It is even sizeable enough that it can be grown alone in a suitable container. Note that when grown in a container, it may not perform exactly as indicated on the tag - this is to be expected. Also note that when growing plants in outdoor containers and baskets, they may require more frequent waterings than they would in the yard or garden. Be aware that in our climate, most plants cannot be expected to survive the winter if left in containers outdoors, and this plant is no exception. NOTE: Some flowers and plants may be harmful or poisonous to people or pets if touched or ingested. If you require more information before placing an order, please let us know in advance. |
