Purple Dome Aster

ASTER n.a. 'Purple Dome'. 18-24" tall, 12-18" spread, full sun, late summer-mid fall bloom. Solid royal purple flowers form on wonderfully compact, rounded mounds. Terrific accent for fall blooming grasses. Tall stems make this a great cut flower. Attracts butterflies and is bee friendly! Deer resistant. Zones 3-8. Potted in 3" pot. 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 4th. Plants should be divided every couple of years in the spring to maintain their health and vigor.