Species Canada Aster
pink-purple flowers with white-purple center, purple-pink buds, green leaves, and light-green stems

Canada Aster

Canadanthus modestus

Also Known As - Great Northern Aster
The Canada Aster (Canadanthus modestus) is a beautiful and eye-catching wildflower native to Canada. It features a wide array of blossoms in shades of lavender, pink, and white that bloom together in clusters. The size of the petals may range between 2 to 6 inches in width. It stands tall and blooms from late summer through early winter with the change of season. The Canada Aster prefers sunny locations with well-drained soils and regular watering. The plant’s low mounding form and airy foliage helps its star-shaped blooms stand out in a garden and attract pollinators as well.

Watering:

Frequent

Hardiness Zone:

Sun:

full sun,part shade

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Low

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Campanule Gantelée does best when watered regularly and deeply with cool (not cold) water. During its active growth period (spring through summer), it should be watered twice per week, allowing the soil to dry out between watering. Again, water deeply in order to keep the soil evenly moist but not soggy. During its dormancy period (winter), water once or twice per month, as needed. Monitor the soil to ensure that it is not drying out completely. Generally, keeping the soil lightly moist is best.

sunlight

Campanule Gantelée (Campanula trachelium subsp. trachelium) prefers to be in an area with partial shade or full sun and should receive at least 4 hours of direct sunlight per day in order for it to grow and thrive. It is best to place it in the morning sunlight and avoid intense afternoon sunlight. In the winter, it is OK to give Campanule Gantelée a bit less direct sunlight as long as the plant is kept away from drafts.

pruning

Campanule Gantelée (Campanula trachelium subsp. trachelium) should be pruned at the end of the flowering season in late summer. It is best to cut the stem back to the basal rosette, as this will encourage new and lush growth for the following growing season. Make sure to use sterile secateurs when pruning to avoid the spread of disease. Pruning can be done more severely every 3-4 years to encourage bushier growth and bolster flowering.

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