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Common
name: "Starflower" or "Bolton's
Aster"
Latin name: Boltonia asteroides
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Zone: 4
- 9
Elevation to: 8000'
Growth habit: Clump forming
Max height: 4' - 5'
Spread: 3'
Flowers: Yes, August - October
Flower type: Panicles
Native to area: No
Available varieties: 5+
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Pictured: Starflower
Bolton's Aster
Boltonia
asteroides 'Pink Beauty' |
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Perennial
Cultivation:
Plant Bolton's Aster in full sun to partial shade in fertile well drained soil.
"Starflower" adapts to most soil types well. Space new
container grown plants 30" - 36" apart. Rhizomes should
be divided every 3 - 4 years to maintain vigor. The daisy
like flowers are good for cutting.
Propagation:
Boltonia seeds can be started in a cold frame... but for quicker
growth
purchase pre-started Starflower plants at your local Garden Center. Plants
can be divided their second season.
Potential pests ~ diseases:
Rare. |
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