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Aster novi-belgii 'Winston S. Churchill'

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 45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft)
Spread 30 - 90 cm (1 - 3 ft)
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 'Winston S. Churchill' (michaelmas daisy) produces showy, bright red and fragrant blossoms during mid summer to mid-autumn. This plant is clump forming and has matte and medium textured foliage that is deep green in colour.
Typical Uses Accent, bedding plant, border, container, cut flowers, mass planting and wild flower.
Special Characteristics This herbaceous perennial attracts butterflies to your garden. Aster novi-belgii 'Winston S. Churchill' is noted for being naturally resistant to rabbits.
Cautions Self-sowing, this plant can spread broadly and randomly where conditions are ideal for the seeds to germinate. However, this can be a benefit if you plan to use this plant in naturalizations.