Aster novi-belgii 'Patricia Ballard'

michaelmas daisy, New Belgium aster, New York aster or fall aster

Family	Compositae
Plant Type	herbaceous perennial
Zone	USDA: 3a - 9b RHS: H - FH EGF: H1 - H5 Australia: 1 - 3
Care Level	low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height	70 - 90 cm (2 - 3 ft)
Spread	45 - 65 cm (1.5 - 2 ft)
Light	full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture	average, well-drained
Soil Type	clay to sandy
Soil pH	acidic to alkaline

Description	The herbaceous perennial Aster novi-belgii 'Patricia Ballard' (michaelmas daisy) bears showy, bright pink and fragrant blossoms during late summer to mid-autumn. The matte foliage is medium green in colour and medium in texture.
Typical Uses	Accent, bedding plant, border, container, cut flowers, mass planting and wild flower.
Special Characteristics	Butterflies are attracted to Aster novi-belgii 'Patricia Ballard' . This plant has a natural ability to resist rabbits.
Cautions	This plant is self-sowing, and without intervention may spread broadly and randomly.