Boltonia latisquama 'Jim Crockett'

False Aster

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Common Name:

False Aster

Plant Type:

Perennial

Flower color:

Foliage color:

Green

Sun (From 0 to 5):

3

Water (From 0 to 5):

2

Maximum temperature:

25°C

Minimum temperature:

7°C

Maximum height:

185 cm

Maximum width:

110 cm

False Aster (Boltonia latisquama 'Jim Crockett') - Description

Medium to dark green foliage, lavender blooms with a yellow center. Jim Crockett is a compact, early and free flowering variety.

False Aster (Boltonia latisquama 'Jim Crockett') - Blooming

Blooms small flowerheads in white, lilac, or pinkish purple in panicles.

False Aster (Boltonia latisquama 'Jim Crockett') - Growth

Perennials. Boltonias do well in full sun or light shade. Works well in a border or wild garden. The flowers are suitable for cutting.

False Aster (Boltonia latisquama 'Jim Crockett') - Planting

Sow seeds in fall in a cold frame (for protection and to ensure hardiness). Can also propagate by division in early spring.

False Aster (Boltonia latisquama 'Jim Crockett') - Pest

Prone to athracnose, powdery mildew, and rust.

False Aster (Boltonia latisquama 'Jim Crockett') - Interesting facts

Boltonia is native to sunny, moist areas in North America. There are only 8 known species.

False Aster (Boltonia latisquama 'Jim Crockett') - Soil and irrigation

Plant requires regular irrigation and will stand poor soil. Boltonia does best in rich soil that is well-draining yet kept moist.