Product description
Aster 'Grape Crush' is a standout in late-season gardens, providing a bold splash of deep purple colour when many summer plants are beginning to fade. Its dense, rounded clusters of flowers sit atop strong stems, making it a favourite for attracting pollinators such as bees and butterflies. The dark green foliage contrasts beautifully with the vibrant blooms, adding interest and texture to garden borders and mixed plantings. This perennial is versatile, fitting well into wildlife gardens, borders, or as a focal point in a cottage garden setting.
Reaching a height of 60-90 cm with a similar spread, Aster 'Grape Crush' thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It requires minimal maintenance, needing only moderate watering and the occasional removal of spent blooms to encourage further flowering. With a blooming period that stretches from late summer through autumn, it ensures that your garden remains vibrant as the season winds down. This plant is an excellent choice for those seeking reliable, long-lasting colour in the garden during the cooler months.
Please Note: Images are for illustrative purposes only and designed to be a representation of the item(s) being sold. Depending on seasonality, deciduous plants may be supplied in their dormant state and without leaves. Plants may also be pruned back, lower than stated heights, to encourage new growth.
New England Aster
Aster 'Grape Crush'
Aster 'Grape Crush'
Product description
Aster 'Grape Crush' is a standout in late-season gardens, providing a bold splash of deep purple colour when many summer plants are beginning to fade. Its dense, rounded clusters of flowers sit atop strong stems, making it a favourite for attracting pollinators such as bees and butterflies. The dark green foliage contrasts beautifully with the vibrant blooms, adding interest and texture to garden borders and mixed plantings. This perennial is versatile, fitting well into wildlife gardens, borders, or as a focal point in a cottage garden setting.
Reaching a height of 60-90 cm with a similar spread, Aster 'Grape Crush' thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It requires minimal maintenance, needing only moderate watering and the occasional removal of spent blooms to encourage further flowering. With a blooming period that stretches from late summer through autumn, it ensures that your garden remains vibrant as the season winds down. This plant is an excellent choice for those seeking reliable, long-lasting colour in the garden during the cooler months.
Please Note: Images are for illustrative purposes only and designed to be a representation of the item(s) being sold. Depending on seasonality, deciduous plants may be supplied in their dormant state and without leaves. Plants may also be pruned back, lower than stated heights, to encourage new growth.
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Plant specs, care guide & tips
Key features
Specifications
When to plant
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Planting and period of interest times are general guidelines and may vary based on your location and conditions. For best results, consult local gardening resources.
Instructions
Top Tip
Deadhead faded blooms to promote a further flush of flowers.
How to Water
Give aster plants a thorough watering regularly, particularly during dry spells.
How to Plant
Choose a sunny position and plant asters in fertile, well-draining soil. If needed, add some horticultural grit to the hole before planting to help improve drainage and dig in some garden compost. Position the plant in the hole and backfill, firming gently as you go, then water in well. Leave around 30cm between plants.
