Michaelmas daisy
Symphyotrichum novi-belgii
Michaelmas daisy is a hardy perennial that thrives in full sun to partial shade with regular watering during dry spells. Plant in well-drained, moderately fertile soil and divide clumps every 2-3 years to keep plants vigorous and free-flowering. It rewards gardeners with a prolific display of violet-blue daisy flowers in late summer and autumn, making it a valuable border plant.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Sun
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 72″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
18″
Watering Schedule
Every 7-10 Days • Water Thoroughly Until Soil Is Evenly Moist, Allowing The Top Inch To Dry Between Waterings
Soil pH
7 – 7.5
Temperature
-20° – 90°F
Mature Spread
up to 36″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Propagation: Seed, Division
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Oct 1, 2018 by jose (cc-by-sa)
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