Symphyotrichum Species, Baby’s Breath Aster, Eastern Annual Saltmarsh Aster

Symphyotrichumsubulatus

Family
Asteraceae (ass-ter-AY-see-ee)
Genus
Symphyotrichum (sim-fy-oh-TRY-kum)
Species
subulatus (sub-yoo-LAH-tus)
Synonym
Aster subulatus
Sun Exposure
Sun to Partial Shade
Light Shade
Foliage
Smooth
Height
6-12 in. (15-30 cm)
12-18 in. (30-45 cm)
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
Spacing
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Hardiness
Not Applicable
Danger
N/A
Bloom Color
Lavender
Medium Purple
White/Near White
Bloom Time
Late Summer/Early Fall
Mid Fall
Late Fall/Early Winter
Other Details
Category
Annuals
Groundcovers
Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Bloom Characteristics
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
5.1 to 5.5 (strongly acidic)
5.6 to 6.0 (acidic)
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
Patent Information
Non-patented
Propagation Methods
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Self-sows freely; deadhead if you do not want volunteer seedlings next season
Seed Collecting
Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Cole Camp, Missouri

Bellaire, Texas

Desoto, Texas

Fort Worth, Texas

New Caney, Texas

San Antonio, Texas

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Gardener's Notes:

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Josephine, Arlington, TX (Zone 8a) | December 2006 | positive

Annual Aster, Baby’s Breath Aster, Hierba del Marrano, Saltmarsh Aster Aster subulatus is native to Texas and other States.

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