Aster tataricus 'Jindai' ~ Jindai Tatarian Aster

Jindai Tatarian Aster is a tall erect perennial with distinct paddle shaped leaves that get small higher on the plant.  Small but abundant lavender to blue flowers bloom in flat-top clusters in fall until frost.  Grows best in full sun and rich, well-drained soils.  Jindai seldom needs staking. Type:  Perennial Height:  3’ - 4’ Spread:  2’ - 3’ Spacing:  2’ USDA Hardiness Zone:  4 - 8 Culture:  Full Sun Bloom Color:  Purple/Blue Season of Interest:  Fall MAINTENANCE NEEDS:  Medium Maintenance Plant. Susceptible to powdery mildew if in poorly-drained soil.  Cut stalks after flowering to prevent self-seeding. LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Gardens, Wildlife Gardens, Naturalized Areas, and Containers. COMPANION PLANTS: Goldenrod, Marsh Blazing Star, Big Bluestem  IMAGES: Photo by F. D. Richards, Aster tataricus 'Jindai'(Tatarian Aster), (2) Photo by cultivar413, 151029 102 Central Park - Conservatory Garden