A compact, award-winning Michaelmas daisy covered in clear pink, yellow-centred flowers in autumn. Mildew-resistant and a vital late nectar source for bees and butterflies.
At a glance
- Plant type: Perennial
- Mature size: 40 cm H × 40 cm W
- Aspect: full sun
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Wood's Pink Aster
Aster 'Wood's Pink' is a moderate-growing perennial in the Asteraceae family. It reaches around 40 cm tall and 40 cm wide at maturity, with deciduous foliage. Pink flowers appear in autumn.
Where to grow Wood's Pink Aster
Wood's Pink Aster suits cool-temperate and warm-temperate climates and grows best in full sun. It is frost hardy and shrugs off cold winters. It also is an award-winning selection.
Soil & planting
Wood's Pink Aster does best in free-draining and clay soil. Dig in plenty of compost before planting, water in well, and mulch to keep roots cool.
Watering & feeding
Wood's Pink Aster is regular, moderate watering. A feed in spring with a balanced fertiliser keeps growth strong. In its first year, water deeply once or twice a week to settle the roots in, then taper off as it establishes.
Pruning & care
Prune Wood's Pink Aster after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. Overall it is low maintenance.
Using Wood's Pink Aster in the garden
Wood's Pink Aster earns its place for feeding bees and pollinators, attracting butterflies, cut flowers for the vase and a feature or specimen planting.
Companion planting & design
For a cohesive, low-care bed, pair Wood's Pink Aster with other plants that enjoy the same regular, moderate watering and cool-temperate climate. Group three or five together for impact rather than dotting single plants through the garden.
Good to know
It is regarded as non-toxic and pet-safe.
Buying Wood's Pink Aster
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