Aster bigelovii

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Purple Tansy Aster, Sticky Aster

 
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Description

Sticky Aster is a profusely branched annual or biennial to 3 ft. which becomes a solid mound of lilac in autumn. Blooms low if mowed in spring.

 

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  • Design

Plant Type

Perennial

 

Height Range

1-3'

 

Flower Color

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Leaf Color

 

Bark Color

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Fruit Color

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Fruit Season

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Sun

Full, Half

 

Water

Very Low, Low

 

Growth Rate

Moderate

 

Soil Type

Sandy

 

Soil Condition

Well-drained, Dry

 

Soil pH

Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

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Design Styles

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Accenting Features

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Seasonal Interest

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Location Uses

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Special Uses

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Attracts Wildlife

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Water Saving Tip:

As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.

Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.