Aster laevis 'Glow in the Dark'
- Perennial
- 100-130 cm high
- Purple flowers
- Red to purple foliage
- Valuable foliage plant
Densely branched, dark stems with dark to purple leaves and large lilac-pink flowers. Combines the best of both worlds - no mildew.
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- Direct from our nursery
Garden use
Use
For wildlife and biodiversity
Ornamental value and special features
Growth
Planting density
Plant about 3 - 5 plants per m²
Characteristics
| Height | 100 - 130 cm |
|---|---|
| Flowering time | July - October |
| Flower colour | lilac |
| Leaf colour | bluish purple, dark green |
| Growth habit | wide |
| Growth rate | fast |
| Hardiness | down to about -20°C |
Site conditions
| Light | full sun, sunny, morning sun, evening sun, open shade |
|---|---|
| Moisture | dry, average |
| Soil fertility | normal |
Botanical information
| Botanical name | Aster laevis 'Glow in the Dark' |
|---|---|
| Genus | Aster |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Parentage | A. laevis 'Calliope x novi-belgii 'Fellowship' |
| Origin | hybrid |
