Aster 'Little Carlow'
Towering clouds of violet-blue
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Aster 'Little Carlow'
- Make a massive, highly architectural statement with the spectacular, towering clouds of intense, vibrant, violet-blue daisy flowers produced by this award-winning perennial.
- Aster 'Little Carlow' erupts into a phenomenal, high-impact display in late summer, completely transforming the back of the border into a brilliant sea of color.
- This aster features beautifully contrasting, bright yellow centers that act as an absolute, irresistible magnet for hundreds of bees and migrating butterflies.
- It boasts incredibly strong, sturdy, upright stems that completely eliminate the need for any messy, complicated staking, even in exposed or windy gardens.
- Highly mildew-resistant and famously reliable, it is an indispensable, zero-fuss workhorse for creating a breathtaking, dynamic, late-season prairie garden.
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, Aster 'Little Carlow' grows well in pots with regular watering during dry spells.
How big does it get?
Aster 'Little Carlow' typically reaches a mature height of 90 cm and a spread of 45 cm.
How much sunlight does this need?
Aster 'Little Carlow' requires full sun for at least 6 hours a day.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
Aster 'Little Carlow' prefers moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil.
How much watering does this plant need?
Aster 'Little Carlow' needs about 2.5 centimetres of water per week, keeping the soil evenly moist.
Will this plant need pruning?
Aster 'Little Carlow' does not strictly need pruning, but regular deadheading will encourage more flowering. Cut the plant back to the base in late autumn or early spring.
How hardy is this plant?
Aster 'Little Carlow' is fully hardy (H7), enduring temperatures below -20°C. It thrives uniformly across all regions of the UK without the need for winter protection.
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