Companion Planting Your Asters


Companion Planting Your Asters

Asters se smukke af sig selv i en have, men se endnu pænere ud, når de har andre blomster til at supplere dem i haven. Der er en række andre blomster, der tilhører aster familly, der kan plantes med disse blomster. Daisies Sandsynligvis det mest almindelige medlem af aster-familien, vokser disse vildt i skoven og enge samt i mange værfter og haver.


Asters se smukke af sig selv i en have, men se endnu pænere ud, når de har andre blomster til at supplere dem i haven. Der er en række andre blomster, der tilhører aster familly, der kan plantes med disse blomster.

Daisies

Sandsynligvis det mest almindelige medlem af aster-familien, vokser disse vildt i skoven og enge samt i mange værfter og haver. De er let markeret af deres hvide kronblade og gule centre. De laver en smuk snitblomst og kan let blandes med asters.

Coneflowers

Også kendt som echinacea, disse har lilla eller dybe pink kronblade med dybe gule eller brune centre. De har tendens til at vokse på høje stængler. Coneflowers er hårdføre og er nemme at dyrke i mange forskellige jordtyper.

Black Eyed Susans

Disse ligner ligesom coneflowers bortset fra at de har lyse gule kronblade og brune centre. Ligesom de coneflowers, de sorte øjne Susans er også hårdføre blomster.

Chrysanthemum

Denne ubetydelige høstblomst lyser op enhver have i løbet af denne årstid. Denne plante har tendens til at vokse stor, så lad dem nok plads, når de plantes i nærheden af ​​asters. Tillad 9 "til 12" imellem planterne.

Companion Planting Your Asters

FAQ - 💬

❓ What can I plant with blue aster?

👉 This pretty yellow flower blooms throughout the summer and should continue to bloom with your asters. Black-eyed Susan has a height that matches aster and together the two provide a good mix of colors....Some other good choices for companions include:

  • Sunflowers.
  • Flowering spurge.
  • Prairie cinquefoil.
  • Coneflower.
  • Big bluestem.

❓ Where is the best place to plant asters?

👉 sunAsters prefer areas with cool, moist summers, as well as cool nights, in sites with full to partial sun. In warmer climates, they do not like the hot midday sun. Give plants plenty of water at the time of planting. Add mulch after planting to keep soil cool and prevent weeds.

❓ Do asters multiply?

👉 Asters can be reliably propagated by division. Once a group of asters has grown into a clump large enough to divide, usually every three years or so, use a shovel to cut into the clump, dividing it into two or more parts.

❓ Do asters need dead heading?

👉 There's no need to deadhead asters, but removing faded flowers will keep the plant looking fresh.

❓ How do you keep asters from getting leggy?

👉 Pinch to Shape Tall varieties are notorious for getting very leggy and requiring staking late in the growing season. To promote more compact growth, in late spring to early summer, pinch off the soft growing tips to remove a maximum of one-third the total height.

❓ Do asters spread?

👉 Will Asters Spread? All asters have the potential to spread. They are rambunctious plants that spread by underground rhizomes. While they make for excellent ground cover and very rarely cause any real problems in the garden, they can occasionally become quite weedy.

❓ How far apart should asters be planted?

👉 1 to 4 feet apartSpacing: Depending upon the variety, space plants 1 to 4 feet apart. Planting: Plant asters anytime during the growing season. In the South, spring and fall are best to allow the plant to get established before severe hot or cold weather. In the North, plant anytime up to early fall.

❓ Will asters come back every year?

👉 Asters that are planted in your garden in the spring will bloom in the fall. For late-season planting, you can purchase them already in bloom for fall color. They'll more than likely return next year, as long as you get them in the ground about six to eight weeks before the ground freezes in your area.

❓ How do I make my aster bushes bushy?

👉 The plants are sun lovers. They prefer a site where they get a full day of direct sun. They also like moist, well-draining soil where they spread quickly thanks to their vigorous, woody rhizomes.

❓ How do you keep asters from flopping?

👉 A. Asters, like chrysanthemums and some of the taller sedums, can tolerate weekly pinching during spring and early summer. By gently pinching off 1 inch of the growing tips of all the primary stems, you encourage a stockier habit and more flower buds. Discontinue this practice by mid-July.

❓ What are the best companion plants for asters?

👉 13 of the Best Companion Plants for Tall Late Season Asters. 1 1. Bachelor’s Button. Take it slow with the cool blue tones of perennial bachelor’s button, aka cornflower ( Centaurea cyanus), as it sways lazily in ... 2 2. Black-Eyed Susan. 3 3. Coneflower. 4 4. Goldenrod. 5 5. Hydrangea. More items

❓ Are asters good for vegetable gardens?

👉 As we’ve already established, asters attract many butterflies, and this makes them a great addition to the vegetable patch. Asters also repel nematodes, beet leaf hoppers and many other pests. Particularly good for companion planting with asparagus, asters do well with almost every plant.

❓ How do you take care of an aster plant?

👉 Cut aster plants back hard after flowering in late autumn. In midsummer, pinch out the top shoots to encourage flowers. Choose your aster flowers carefully – if you have drier soils then opt for European or certified mildew-resistant varieties Always check plants for signs of damage or disease before buying or planting

❓ How to plant aster seeds?

👉 Choosing and Preparing a Planting Site 1 Asters prefer climates with cool, moist summers—especially cool night temperatures. In warmer climates, plant asters in areas that avoid the hot mid-day sun. 2 Select a site with full to partial sun. 3 Soil should be moist but well-drained, and loamy. 4 Mix compost into the soil prior to planting. ...

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