Product Description
Aster novae-angliae 'Purple Dome' (4) 1-gallons
Common name: New England aster, Michaelmas Daisies.
Zones 3 to 8.
Full sun.
Plants reach 18 to 24 inches tall and 12 to 18 inches wide.
compact dwarf, rounded mounds.
Growth rate: Moderate, easy to grow.
A profuse of royal purple flowers covers 'Purple Dome' from late summer into fall.
Aster novae-angliae 'Purple Dome' is a delightful and compact New England Aster cultivar that is known for its profusion of vibrant purple flowers in the fall. It is a fantastic choice for adding late-season color and attracting pollinators to gardens. Here is a closer look at what makes it special:
Appearance:
- Flowers: 'Purple Dome' produces masses of semi-double, daisy-like flowers in a rich, deep lavender-purple color.
The flowers have sunny yellow centers and bloom profusely from late summer to mid-fall, creating a stunning display.
- Foliage: The plant has a neat, mounding habit and typically grows to about 18-24 inches tall and 12-18 inches wide. The foliage is a dark green color and provides a lovely backdrop for the vibrant flowers.
Growing Conditions:
- Light: Thrives in full sun, needing at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day for optimal flowering. It can tolerate some light shade, but flowering may be reduced.
- Soil: Prefers moist, well-drained soil. It is adaptable to various soil types and pH levels.
- Hardiness Zones: Hardy in USDA zones 4-8, making it suitable for a wide range of climates.
Uses:
- Borders and Beds: Its compact size and vibrant flowers make it a perfect addition to borders, beds, and cottage gardens.
- Containers: 'Purple Dome' also works well in containers, adding a pop of color to patios and decks.
- Pollinator Gardens: It is a great choice for pollinator gardens, attracting bees, butterflies, and other pollinators with its abundant nectar and pollen.
- Mass Plantings: Planting it in masses can create a stunning visual effect, resembling a sea of purple.
- Edging: Its compact size makes it suitable for edging walkways or garden beds.
Additional Benefits:
- Late-Season Color: 'Purple Dome' blooms in late summer and fall, providing color when many other perennials have finished flowering.
- Compact Habit: Its compact growth habit makes it ideal for smaller gardens or spaces where a taller aster might be overwhelming.
- Drought Tolerant: Once established, it is quite drought tolerant, making it a good choice for water-wise gardens.
- Low Maintenance: It is a relatively low-maintenance plant that does not require much care once established.
Overall, Aster novae-angliae 'Purple Dome' is a fantastic choice for gardeners looking for a compact, colorful, and pollinator-friendly perennial that blooms in late summer and fall. Its adaptability and low maintenance make it a versatile addition to any sunny garden.
Attributes: border plant, container, cut flower, mass plantings, and salt tolerant. Attracts butterflies.
(4) 1-gallon containers ready to plant, plants may be trimmed for shipping,
Other Details
The most important part of the plant is its root system. Healthy roots are the foundation of a healthy, vibrant plant. The type of plug container used is based on the specific needs of the plants. Perennials offered as bare root traditionally perform better when planted as bare root.Planted in a specialized mix, potted plants have well established root systems. Top growth stage will vary depending on the current life cycle and time of year when shipped. In Winter and early Spring dormant plants may be shipped. Dormant plants may be planted right away, even before the last frost date.
Most bare root varieties are field grown for at least one season, though Hemerocallis and Hosta are grown for two seasons. The bulk of the soil is removed during the harvesting process and the tops of most varieties are trimmed back to the crown. They are graded, packed in shredded aspen or sphagnum moss and stored in freezers until ready to be shipped.
See our Container Sizes and Bare Root Perennials pages for more information.
Plant information and care is provided in the Overview section, Plant Genus Page and general information is provided in the Planting Care & Guides. Additional questions can be asked on each Plant page.
Plant Spacing: Using the maximum mature spread or width of a plant to guide spacing, ensures space to grow to full size. To fill an area sooner, plant them closer together. Just remember, future thinning or transplanting may be needed.
Water: Keep a close eye on newly planted perennials, especially throughout the first growing year. Most early plant loss is due to too much or too little water!
