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white wood aster

Eurybia divaricata 'Tiney Hiney'

Aperçu

White wood aster, also known as Eurybia divaricata 'Tiney Hiney', is an amazing garden plant. It is a classic North American wildflower, with a dense clump of upright stems full of star-shaped white flowers. Its small stature makes it a great choice for gardens with limited space. Reaching a modest height up to 3 feet, it's perfect for edging, providing a delicate texture and late summer color. Unlike other asters, White wood aster is deer resistant, drought tolerant, and practically maintenance free. Its vivid star-shaped blooms attract an array of pollinator species, Including bees and butterflies. It's easy to love this versatile drought tolerant perennial.

Guide d'entretien

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Arrosage

White wood aster should be watered when the top 1-2 inches of soil feels dry to the touch. Depending on environmental conditions, this could be anywhere from every 4-7 days. During flowering, it is a good idea to keep the soil slightly moist for the plant to support its blooms.

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Lumière

White wood aster (Eurybia divaricata 'Tiney Hiney') should receive plenty of sunlight. It prefers at least 6 hours of sunlight per day, with some morning or evening shade to protect it from the hot afternoon rays. In partial sun, the plant should receive 4 to 6 hours of direct sun per day. While it will tolerate light shade, it does best when it receives plenty of direct sunlight.

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Température

Hardiness zone 3–8.

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Taille

White wood aster should be pruned in early spring just as the new growth emerges. Pruning should be done lightly, taking care to only remove 1 or 2 stems at a time. This will help to keep the plant in check and create a beautiful, airy, full-looking shrub. Dead flowers should be removed after they have bloomed to promote continuous blooming and to encourage the plant to form more flowers. Additionally, any dead or damaged stems should be trimmed off at the base. Overall, white wood aster should only be pruned lightly and no more than approximately 1-third of the plant should be trimmed away.

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Multiplication

Division, Cutting, Seed Propagation, Layering Propagation

Usages et symbolique

Attracts: Butterflies.

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