Aster dumosus (Grp) ‘Alpha Dark Purple’ - aster pitic cu inflorire bogata

Aster dumosus ‘Alpha Dark Purple’, also known as dwarf autumn aster, is a compact, highly decorative variety that offers an explosion of color at the end of summer and in autumn. Its small, daisy-like flowers, of an intense violet-purple with a yellow disc, appear in great numbers, completely covering the bushes. It is ideal for borders, flower beds, or large pots, bringing a lively splash of color to the garden.

🌿 Botanical characteristics:

• Full name: Aster dumosus (Grp) ‘Alpha Dark Purple’

• Family: Asteraceae

• Origin: Horticultural hybrid, derived from North American species

• Leaves: Lanceolate, green, deciduous

• Flowers: Small, violet-purple with a golden yellow center; abundant, from August to October

• Habit: Compact, dense, with massive flowering

🌞 Growing conditions:

• Light: Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade

• Soil: Fertile, well-drained, moist; avoid water stagnation

• Watering: Moderate, regular during dry periods

• Temperature: Cold hardy, down to –25°C, adapted to the Romanian climate

• Maintenance: Can be lightly pruned after flowering to maintain shape

✨ Why choose it:

• Spectacular and long-lasting flowering when other flowers disappear

• Intense violet color, decorative and vibrant

• Dwarf shrub, easy to integrate into borders or pots

• Resistant, rustic, and adaptable plant

For abundant flowering every year, dividing the bush every 2–3 years is recommended.

Note: The plant may be delivered without flowers but has the ability to bloom again in the following weeks if provided with suitable conditions. The displayed price is for a plant without flowers.

Height with pot included approx. 20 cm