Alma Potschke
Symphyotrichum novae-angliae 'Andenken an Alma Pötschke'
In growth
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In bloom
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Planting Guide
| Spacing | 24-36 in apart |
|---|---|
| Planting depth | Crown at soil level |
| Chilling hours | 0 |
| Life expectancy | 5-10 years |
| Growth rate | Moderate |
| Planted | 2023 |
| Bed | To Be Sorted |
Growing Conditions
| Sun | Full Sun |
|---|---|
| Water | Average |
| Soil type | Well-draining, organically rich |
| Soil pH | acidic to neutral |
| Zones | 5-9 |
| Native status | Cultivar |
Appearance
| Type | Perennial |
|---|---|
| Leaf | Lanceolate (Long tapering tip) |
| Foliage colour | green leaves |
| Bloom | yellow flowers |
| Fruit | Achene |
| Evergreen | Herbaceous |
Root System
| System | Fibrous/Adventitious Systems |
|---|---|
| Morphology | Mixed Fine & Coarse |
| Function | Mixed Orders |
| Propagation | division or stem cuttings during dormancy |
Wildlife & Safety
| Attracts | Bees, Butterflies |
|---|---|
| Deer | Deer Resistant |
| Toxicity | Non-toxic |
| Edibility | Wildlife Only |
| Companions | Ornamental Grasses, Solidago |
Where it came from
| Grower | Generic |
|---|---|
| Bought at | Kulak's Nursery |
Care
Requires full sunlight and well-drained soil, needs moderate water with good air circulation; apply mulch in winter for moisture retention.
Maintenance
Pinch back stems in early summer to promote bushiness.
Cleanup
Remove spent blooms after flowering and any dead or yellowed foliage promptly; discard old growth carefully without disturbance of roots, ensuring cleanliness in its environment to prevent disease spread. Prune back aggressively if necessary but avoid cutting into the crown as it may harm vitality.
Notes
Corrected family from Potentilla to Asteraceae; Alma Potschke is a well-known pink New England Aster, despite 'yellow' bloom description.