Aster ericoides 'Lovely'

heath aster or michaelmas daisy

Family	Compositae
Plant Type
Zone	USDA: 3a - 9b RHS: H - FH EGF: H1 - H5 Australia: 1 - 3
Care Level	low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height	0.9 - 1.2 m (3 - 4 ft)
Spread	60 - 70 cm (2 ft)
Light	full sun
Soil Moisture	average to moist, well-drained
Soil Type	clay to sandy
Soil pH	acidic to alkaline

Description	Aster ericoides 'Lovely' (heath aster) bears light pink blossoms during late summer to mid autumn. This plant has foliage that is deep green in colour.
Typical Uses	Accent, border, container, cut flowers, mass planting and wild flower.
Special Characteristics	Aster ericoides 'Lovely' has a natural resistance to rabbits. Aster ericoides 'Lovely' attracts butterflies to your garden.