- Botanical name: Symphyotrichum 'Ochtendgloren'
- Common name: Michaelmas daisy
- Plant Type: Perennial, Deciduous
Blue
Green
- Key features:
- Attractive to wildlife
- Autumn colour
- Low maintenance plant
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. They are an important source of nectar and pollen for late-flying insects.
Symphyotrichum ‘Ochtendgloren’ (pilosum var pringlei hybrid) produces lavender flowers with bright yellow centres. Previously known as Aster ‘Ochtendgloren’, this tall aster is a pretty choice for the back of a border. For best results plant in well-drained soil in a sheltered, partially shaded site. Cut back hard after flowering.
How to grow Symphyotrichum 'Ochtendgloren'
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Plant size
1.4m height
60cm spread
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Aspect
South facing, east facing, west facing
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Position in border
Back
- Sun exposure: Dappled shade, full sun, partial shade
- Hardiness: Hardy
- Soil type: Acidic / chalky / alkaline / clay / heavy / moist / well drained / light / sandy
Plant calendar
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Symphyotrichum 'Ochtendgloren' and wildlife
Symphyotrichum 'Ochtendgloren' is known for attracting bees, butterflies/moths and other pollinators.
Attractive to Bees
Does not attract Beneficial insects
Does not attract Birds
Attractive to Butterflies/Moths
Attractive to Other pollinators
Is Symphyotrichum 'Ochtendgloren' poisonous?
Symphyotrichum 'Ochtendgloren' has no toxic effects reported.
No reported toxicity to Birds
No reported toxicity to Cats
No reported toxicity to Dogs
No reported toxicity to Horses
No reported toxicity to Livestock
No reported toxicity to People