Symphyotrichum novi-belgii 'Tonga'

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Michaelmas daisyPerennialFamily: Asteraceae

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Position

Sun Exposure:

Full sun

Aspect:

South facing, west facing

Position in Border:

Front, middle

Soil

Prefers rich soil:

Chalky / Alkaline / Clay / Heavy / Moist / Well Drained / Light / Sandy

Asters are in the daisy family and while some flower in spring, most flower in late summer and autumn, hence their common name Michaelmas daisy. They provide a welcome splash of colour when other flowers are starting to fade, and are an important source of nectar and pollen for late-flying insects.

Symphyotrichum novi-belgii TONGA ('Dasthree') ('Island Series') is a compact aster, bearing bright purple flowers with a bright yellow centre. It's ideal for growing at the front of herbaceous borders, and is perfect for growing in pots as part of an autumn container display. For best results plant Symphyotrichum novi-belgii 'Tonga' in well-drained soil in a sheltered, sunny site. Cut plants back hard after flowering.

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Symphyotrichum ‘Tonga’ and wildlife

Symphyotrichum ‘Tonga’ is known for attracting bees, butterflies/moths and other pollinators. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers.

Is known to attract Bees

Bees

Is not known to attract Beneficial insects

Beneficial insects

Is not known to attract Birds

Birds

Is known to attract Butterflies/​Moths

Butterflies/​Moths

Is known to attract Other pollinators

Other pollinators

Is Symphyotrichum ‘Tonga’ poisonous?

Symphyotrichum ‘Tonga’ has no toxic effects reported.

No reported toxicity to:

Is not known to attract Birds

Birds

Is not known to attract Cats

Cats

Is not known to attract Dogs

Dogs

Is not known to attract Horses

Horses

Is not known to attract Livestock

Livestock

Is not known to attract People

People

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