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Aster novi-belgii 'Professor Anton Kippenberg'

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 30 - 40 cm (12 - 16 in)
Spread 30 - 45 cm (12 - 18 in)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The herbaceous perennial Aster novi-belgii 'Professor Anton Kippenberg' (michaelmas daisy) bears showy, medium blue and fragrant flowers 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, edging, mass planting and wild flower.
Special Characteristics This herbaceous perennial attracts butterflies to your garden. Aster novi-belgii 'Professor Anton Kippenberg' tolerates drought, and is noted for being naturally resistant to rabbits.
Cautions This plant is self-sowing and may spread broadly and randomly.