Catania Aster

Catania Aster

Botanical name: Aster

Bloom type: Perennial

The Catania Asteris a charming perennial known for its vibrant and abundant blooms. This aster is a cultivar of the New York Aster and is valued for its late-season color, attracting pollinators when many other plants have finished blooming. Asters are often associated with love, wisdom, and patience. The name "Aster" comes from the Greek word for "star," referring to the star-like shape of the flowers.

Appearance: Leaves: The leaves are lance-shaped, dark green, and smooth-edged. They provide a lush backdrop for the vibrant flowers.

Flowers: Catania Asters produce masses of small, daisy-like flowers with lavender to violet petals and yellow centers. They bloom from late summer to fall, often continuing until the first frost.

Size: This aster typically grows to a height of 1-3 feet (30-90 cm) and spreads about 1-2 feet (30-60 cm) wide. Asters are often associated with love, wisdom, and patience.