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Description
Aster Dumosus Wood S Purple, also known as Wood’s Purple Aster, is a herbaceous perennial plant that belongs to the Asteraceae family. It is native to North America and produces daisy-like flowers that bloom in late summer to early fall. The plant can grow up to 2 feet in height and has a spread of up to 3 feet. Its stem is sturdy and upright, and it produces leaves that are lance-shaped and have a dark green color.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Spermatophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Aster |
Appearance
Wood’s Purple Aster produces flowers that are purple in color and have a yellow center. The flowers are about 1 inch in diameter and bloom in clusters at the top of the stem. The plant has a bushy appearance and has a spread of up to 3 feet. Its leaves are lance-shaped and have a dark green color. The stem is sturdy and upright, and the plant can grow up to 2 feet in height.
Care Guide
Wood’s Purple Aster is a low maintenance plant that is easy to care for. Here are some tips to help you care for your plant:
- Water: Water your plant regularly, especially during the hot summer months. Make sure the soil is moist but not waterlogged.
- Fertilization: Fertilize your plant in the spring and summer with a balanced fertilizer.
- Soil: Wood’s Purple Aster prefers well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter.
- Sunlight: This plant prefers full sun to partial shade.
- Hardiness Zones: Wood’s Purple Aster is hardy in USDA zones 3-8.
Common Pests & Diseases
Wood’s Purple Aster is generally resistant to pests and diseases. However, it can be affected by powdery mildew, leaf spot, and rust. To prevent these diseases, make sure the plant has good air circulation and avoid overhead watering. If you notice any signs of disease, remove the affected leaves and treat the plant with a fungicide.
Habitat
Wood’s Purple Aster is native to North America and can be found in meadows, prairies, and open woods. It prefers well-draining soil and full sun to partial shade.
Question and Answer
- Q: How often should I water my Wood’s Purple Aster?
- A: Water your plant regularly, especially during the hot summer months. Make sure the soil is moist but not waterlogged.
- Q: What is the hardiness zone for Wood’s Purple Aster?
- A: Wood’s Purple Aster is hardy in USDA zones 3-8.
- Q: Is Wood’s Purple Aster resistant to pests and diseases?
- A: Wood’s Purple Aster is generally resistant to pests and diseases. However, it can be affected by powdery mildew, leaf spot, and rust.
- Q: What kind of soil does Wood’s Purple Aster prefer?
- A: Wood’s Purple Aster prefers well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter.
Related Plants
- Aster laevis
- Aster novae-angliae
- Aster oblongifolius
- Aster patens
References
- “Aster Dumosus ‘Wood’s Purple’.” Missouri Botanical Garden, www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?kempercode=b674.
- “Aster Dumosus ‘Wood’s Purple’.” Plant Finder, www.monrovia.com/plant-catalog/plants/2100/woods-purple-dwarf-aster/.
- “Aster Dumosus ‘Wood’s Purple’.” Fine Gardening, www.finegardening.com/plant/aster-dumosus-woods-purple.
