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Aster alpinus
Alpine Aster
     
  
     
A short clump of gray-green foliage supports short, daisy-like lavender flowers with yellow centers. Great plant for rock gardens.
 
Growth Rate:  Medium
Maximum Height: 6-12 in.
Maximum Width: 15-18 in.
Zone: 3-4
Type: Hardy
Flower Color: Lavender
Flower Time: May/June
   Plant Type:  Perennial
Growth Habit:  Herbaceous
Water Req.:  Dry-Medium
Light Req.:  Sun
Soil Req.:  Light-Heavy
Plant Catalog classifications
Water Requirements (H20)
Wet = Saturate, withstands flood
Medium = Moist, requires good drainage
Dry = Drought tolerant, minimal water		 Soil Types
Light = sandy
Medium = loam
Heavy = clay