Aster (Kalimeris mongolica)

Aster

Features and Characteristics

Kalimeris mongolica features 1-2″ diameter, daisy-like flowers with purple-tinged rays and yellow stamens. Flowers bloom profusely in open clusters on an upright, bushy plant, typically growing 2-3′ tall. Pinnately lobed, light green leaves (to 6″ long) form a basal rosette, with smaller leaves (sometimes entire) forming on the flower stalks. Somewhat similar in appearance to Boltonia. Valued for its long, early summer to fall bloom period.

Specific epithet means of Mongolia.

Care and Maintenance

Easily grown in average, medium, well-drained soil in full sun to part shade. Prefers full sun in the northern part of its range, but appreciates some afternoon shade in hot, southern climates. Not reliably winter hardy throughout USDA Zone 5, so it should be planted in a protected location in the St. Louis area.

Aster (Kalimeris mongolica) Requirements

Hardiness zone	6 - 8
Sun light	Full sun to part shade
Water	Medium
Maintenance	Low

Common Problems

No serious insect or disease problems.

Uses

Provides color and contrast to the perennial border, wild garden or meadow.

Aster (Kalimeris mongolica) Details

Common name	Aster
Botanical name	Kalimeris mongolica
Plant type	Herbaceous perennial
Family	Asteraceae
Hardiness zone	6 - 8
Water	Medium
Maintenance	Low
Flower color	White tinged with purple rays and yellow stamens
Flowering period	May - September
Height	2 - 3 ft.
Width	2 - 3 ft.