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Aster novae-angliae 'Hella Lacy'

Family Compositae
Plant Type
Zone USDA:   2a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 1.2 - 1.5 m (4 - 5 ft)
Spread 45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture average to moist, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Aster novae-angliae 'Hella Lacy' (New England aster) bears faded azure blossoms during late summer to mid-fall. The foliage is deep green in colour.
Typical Uses Accent, border, cut flowers, mass planting and wild flower.
Special Characteristics Butterflies are attracted to Aster novae-angliae 'Hella Lacy' . This plant has a natural ability to resist rabbits.