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. Plant into well-prepared ground, firm the soil around the roots and water deeply to settle it in.
Watering & feeding
Wood's Pink Aster does best with regular, moderate watering. Apply a balanced fertiliser in spring to support healthy growth. During the first growing season, water deeply whenever the upper soil begins to dry, then reduce the frequency as roots establish.
Pruning & care
Prune Wood's Pink Aster after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. Its ongoing care level 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
Build the planting around neighbours suited to the same regular, moderate watering and cool-temperate climate as Wood's Pink Aster. Repeating the foliage or flower colour nearby will make the composition feel deliberate.
Good to know
It is regarded as non-toxic and pet-safe.
Buying Wood's Pink Aster
Plant Sale lists Wood's Pink Aster as potted plants. Use the interest form above to check current sizes, pricing and availability before ordering.
