Aster novae-angliae 'Grape Crush' ~ Grape Crush New England Aster tolerates-wet-soil Slugs and snails can do

Slugs and snails can do considerable damage

Stems will root at the nodes to spread

18’ - 20'

The small spicy scented foliage elongates with age and stays grey green all year

The flowers bloom in spring attracting hummingbirds

Aster novae-angliae 'Grape Crush' ~ Grape Crush New England Aster tolerates-wet-soil Slugs and snails can doGrape Crush New England Aster is bushy native perennial with a mounded habit and hairy stems with rough lance like dark green leaves. Rich dark purple daisy like flowers completely cover the plant from in fall. Prefers full sun and rich, moist soils. Type: Perennial Origins: N. America, SE Native Height: 2 3 Spread: 3 4 Spacing: 3 USDA Hardiness Zone: 3 8 Culture: Full Sun Bloom Color: Purple Season of Interest: Fall MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Medium