| | | 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. | | |