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New York Aster Marie Ballard
New York Aster Marie Ballard
Bound to be an instant favorite, this New York Aster produces loads of intensely violet-blue asters that are highly visible, not to mention highly attractive, even at a distance. Marie Ballard displays tidy mounds of vibrant, 2" fully double, violet-blue flowers. An outstanding choice for brightening borders or walkways, containers or cutting gardens. Blooms in abundance over an extended period that lasts well into fall. Butterflies and pollinators will appreciate the late-season nourishment, too.
- Hardiness Zones 4-8
- Mature Height 28 - 40 inches
- Bloom Time Late summer to fall first frost (August-Oct)
- Light Requirements Full Sun
- Ship AsNO.1
- Deer Resistant
- Cut Flower
- Attracts Pollinators
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Botanical Name: Aster novi-belgii 'Marie Ballard' (Symphyotrichum)
SKU: #88542
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Restricted States US:
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Botanical Name:
Aster novi-belgii 'Marie Ballard' (Symphyotrichum) -
Size:
NO.1 -
Suggested Uses:
Borders, Bouquets, Container Gardening, Cut Flowers, Perennializing, Showy Flowers, Deer Resistant, Attract Pollinator
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Flower Color:
Blue, Purple -
Flower Form:
2" delicate daisy flowers -
Foliage Type:
Dark green, lance shaped foliage -
Mature Spread:
18 - 24 inches -
Spacing:
18 - 24 inches
Growing Tips
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Planting Instructions:
Soak roots in water before planting. Top of plant should be just below soil level. Water well after planting. -
Soil Moisture:
Well drained -
Will Tolerate:
Acidic Soil, Clay Soil, Loamy Soil, Sandy Soil -
Pruning Instructions:
None, except to remove spent flowers
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Winter Care:
Mulch +/- 2" Planting Depth:
Top of plant should be just below soil level.Watering Requirements:
Average water needs. Water regularly, do not overwater.Fertilization Requirements:
Once per yearSpecial Care:
Not needed
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K. van Bourgondien times its shipments from Holland so that bulbs and bareroots arrive at the proper planting time (depending on climatic conditions) for each area of North America.
We take advanced orders, and as the crops are harvested, our staff of K. van Bourgondien experts makes an on-the-spot selection of the finest bulbs available to fill those reservations.
We will pack and ship your order based on the following schedules. The type of product you order or the weather may affect the anticipated shipping schedule.
Please note that we cannot ship outside of the 48
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Spring 2025 Shipping Schedule
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Bulbs and Bareroot Zones Shipping Dates Last Order Date 3A-5A 4/28/25 - 5/30/25 5/26/25 5B 4/7/25 - 5/30/25 5/26/25 6A 3/24/25 -5/30/25 5/26/25 6B 3/10/25 - 5/30/25 5/26/25 7A 2/24/25 - 5/30/25 5/26/25 7B-8A 2/17/25 - 5/9/25 5/5/25 8B-9A 2/10/25 - 5/9/25 5/5/25 9B-11B 2/3/25 - 5/9/25 5/5/25
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What is the depth to plant a New York aster
- Asked by Dave
- Verified Reply - AngelaDig a hole that is deep enough to accommodate the roots without bending. Position your bareroot New York Aster Marie Ballard just below the soil line.Was this answer helpful to you
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Are the asters perrenials
- Asked by Debbie
- Verified Reply - AngelaThe New York Aster Marie Ballard is a perennial in zones 4 to 8.Was this answer helpful to you
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The picture shows true blue flower, yet it indicates violet blue. What TRUE blue flowers do you offer.
- Asked by BridgeJet23
- Verified Reply - AngelaPlants don't really produce 'true blue' flowers. The closest to true blue is delphiniums, Siberian Squill and cornflowers. Iris Katherine Hodgkin is a beautiful light blue. We have those available in the fall season. https://www.dutchbulbs.com/product/iris-katharine-hodgkinWas this answer helpful to you
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