Perennial flower
New England Aster plant profile
Symphyotrichum novae-angliae
A perennial flower for full sun.
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When to plant
When to plant New England Aster
Grow in full sun to partial shade in moist soil, spacing plants 12 to 36 inches apart. Plants can be cut to the ground after flowering to promote strong new growth.
The calendar shows this cited seasonal window as an approximate band. It does not convert the season into frost-adjusted dates.
Open New England Aster in my garden calendarShows the source-backed planting season, not frost-adjusted dates.
Growing conditions
- Sun
- Full sun
- Soil pH
- 6 to 7
- Lifecycle
- Perennial
- Spacing
- 12 to 36 in apart
- Hardiness
- Zones 4 to 8Find my hardiness zone
Next steps
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Evidence trail
Evidence behind this profile
Original extension and institutional publications behind the planting, care, and safety facts on this page.
- Symphyotrichum novae-angliae (New England Aster)
NC State Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox. Supports general reference. Checked 2026-06-18.