Symphyotrichum expansum
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Symphyotrichum expansum

Slim aster · Southwestern annual saltmarsh aster

Tier 2 Difficulty: medium Water: low Light: full_sun
Temperature
5–35 °C
Soil pH
6–8
Hardiness
Zone 5–9
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Observations
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Description

Source: wikipedia (CC BY-SA)

Symphyotrichum parviflorum is an annual and herbaceous plant commonly known as southwestern annual saltmarsh aster. It is native to Mexico, the Caribbean, most of Central America, Ecuador, and the southwestern United States. It is also known by the scientific name Symphyotrichum expansum.

Care Guide

💧 Water
☀️ Light Full sun

The varietal Symphyotrichum subulatum parviflorum is native to sunny, open habitats where it flourishes under full sun exposure. While it can endure semi-shade conditions, it ideally prefers direct sun for the best growth. This biennial and annual plant is recognised for its affinity for sunlight.

Ideal: Full sun
🌡️ Temperature 5–35°C

Symphyotrichum subulatum var. parviflorum shows a strong capacity to adapt to varying temperatures, capable of withstanding hot climates and significant fluctuations in temperature. In instances of elevated heat, it's crucial to monitor watering and supply suitable coverage to prevent damage from direct sunlight. Nonetheless, Symphyotrichum subulatum var. parviflorum has a lesser ability to tolerate colder temperatures. It can survive to a certain extent in colder weather, but extremely low temperatures could result in freeze injury.

Ideal temperature: 5–35°C
💨 Humidity
Humidity:
🪴 Soil 6-8
Soil pH: 6-8
🌱 Fertilizer

It is appropriate to start fertilizing Symphyotrichum subulatum var. parviflorum again once the majority of its flowers have fully bloomed. Begin this process around the point of maximal bloom, on a schedule of every three to four weeks, if the weather allows for it. However, when Symphyotrichum subulatum var. parviflorum starts to produce fewer fresh blooms, cease the fertilization as it is unnecessary to fertilize while the plant is unable to generate any additional flowers.

🪴 Pot & Repot
✂️ Pruning
🌿 Propagating
🐛 Diseases & pets
☠️ Toxicity

Characteristics

Plant Type
Herb
Life Cycle
Annual, Biennial
Genus
Symphyotrichum
Family
Asteraceae
Hardiness Zone
5-9
Mature Height
30 cm to 91 cm
Mature Spread
20 cm to 49 cm
Leaf Color
Green, Dark Green
Leaf Type
Deciduous
Flower Color
Lavender, Purple
Flower Size
0.51 cm to 1.02 cm
Bloom Time
Late summer, Early fall, Mid fall
Planting Time
Spring, Summer, Autumn
Harvest Time
Fall

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Common Names (2)

en Slim aster
en Southwestern annual saltmarsh aster