Fall Perennial Spotlight
Bushy Aster- Wood’s Pink
The asters are in bloom here at Knecht’s, and if you’re looking for beautiful fall color in your perennial garden, look no further than the ‘Wood’s Pink’ Aster. Daisy-like flowers bloom heavily atop delicate foliage from August through October, providing gorgeous color after summer bloomers have faded.
Hardy in zones 3-8, ‘Wood’s Pink’ looks absolutely charming used in sunny borders and cottage gardens, and is a great addition to pollinator gardens- providing a late season source of food for both bees and butterflies. They look great grown as annuals in fall containers as well.
This cultivar has a compact, bushy growth habit, so pinching back the foliage is less of a necessity when compared to taller aster varieties. It also boasts mildew resistant foliage and a tolerance for dry soil conditions.
Stop on by to see ‘Wood’s Pink’ and our other stunning varieties of aster. Happy planting!