- Aster x frikartii ‘Monch’ is a popular choice of aster due to its disease resistance and the fact it is often the first aster in flower
- This is the ideal plant for a mixed or herbaceous border and work well with other late summer flowering perennials
- It attracts pollinators
- It has the prestigious RHS Award of Garden Merit (AGM)
What you need to know:
- Plant Type: Deciduous, bushy, hardy perennial
- Flowers: Lavender-blue, daisy-like flowers from late-summer to mid-autumn
- Height: 0.5-1m (20’’-3’)
- Spread: 0.1-0.5m (4-20’’)
- Position: Full sun
- Soil Type: Well drained
Caring for your plant:
- Asters are easy to propagate. Just pull away side shoots that have already rooted and then pot up individually or plant in the garden
- Cut back in late autumn