Aster 'First Snow',Heath Aster 'First Snow', Symphyotrichum ericoides 'First Snow'
A very attractive low-growing variety, Aster ericoides ‘First Snow’ (Heath Aster) features arching to prostrate stems smothered by sprays of tiny, white, star-like flowers from late summer into fall. These sprays are so densely packed with blooms that they turn the plant completely white due to the sheer quantity of flowers. When not in bloom, this Heath Aster resembles a spreading Juniper shrub in habit and foliage. Though the narrow, linear, green leaves look like they might be prickly from a distance, they are actually quite soft to the touch. Native to North America, this attractive perennial is easy to grow, low maintenance, mildew resistant and is not affected by any serious pests or diseases. It is terrific when allowed to sprawl over the edge of rock walls or when combined with evergreens.
| Hardiness |
3 - 9 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
1 - 8 |
| Climate Zones | 1, 1A, 1B, 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
| Plant Type | Perennials |
| Plant Family | Compositae |
| Genus | Aster |
| Common names | Aster, Michaelmas Daisy |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Summer (Late) Fall |
| Height |
1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
| Spread |
3' - 4' (90cm - 120cm) |
| Spacing | 40" (100cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Low, Average |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy |
| Tolerance | Drought, Dry Soil, Rocky Soil, Clay Soil |
| Attracts | Butterflies |
| Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Patio And Containers |
| Garden Styles | Coastal Garden, Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage |
| Hardiness |
3 - 9 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
1 - 8 |
| Climate Zones | 1, 1A, 1B, 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
| Plant Type | Perennials |
| Plant Family | Compositae |
| Genus | Aster |
| Common names | Aster, Michaelmas Daisy |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Summer (Late) Fall |
| Height |
1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
| Spread |
3' - 4' (90cm - 120cm) |
| Spacing | 40" (100cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Low, Average |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy |
| Tolerance | Drought, Dry Soil, Rocky Soil, Clay Soil |
| Attracts | Butterflies |
| Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Patio And Containers |
| Garden Styles | Coastal Garden, Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage |
How many Aster ericoides ‘First Snow’ (Heath Aster) do I need for my garden?
| Plant | Quantity | |
|---|---|---|
| Aster ericoides ‘First Snow’ (Heath Aster) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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