Aster amellus 'Moerheim Gem' — Clump forming

Overview

Aster amellus 'Moerheim Gem' is a plant with a clump forming habit in the genus Aster, part of the Asteraceae family, with deciduous foliage. Aster amellus 'Moerheim Gem' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, prairie planting, wildflower meadow, wildlife gardens and flower borders and beds.

About

Aster amellus 'Moerheim Gem' is a clump-forming cultivar of the Aster genus, known for its deciduous foliage. It thrives in full sun or partial shade and is adaptable to a range of soil types, including chalk, clay, loam, and sand, with varying pH levels from acid to alkaline. This hardy plant (H6) suits both exposed and sheltered positions, making it ideal for cottage and informal gardens, prairie plantings, wildflower meadows, wildlife gardens, and flower borders. Propagation can be achieved by seed or division in spring.

About the genus

Aster is a genus of perennial flowering plants in the family Asteraceae. Its circumscription has been narrowed, and it now encompasses around 170 species, all but one of which are restricted to Eurasia; many species formerly in Aster are now in other genera of the tribe Astereae. Aster amellus is the type species of the genus and the family Asteraceae.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Aster

Sunlight: Full sun, Partial shade
Soil type: Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moisture: Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
Aspect: East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
Exposure: Exposed, Sheltered
UK hardiness: H6

Plant details

Aster amellus 'Moerheim Gem' size, habit and characteristics

Habit: Clump forming
Foliage: Deciduous
Suggested uses: Cottage and informal garden, Prairie planting, Wildflower meadow, Wildlife gardens, Flower borders and beds

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Aster amellus 'Moerheim Gem'

Propagation: Seed, Division in spring
Pest resistance: Aphids, Slugs and snails
Disease resistance: Fusarium wilt, Powdery mildews, Leaf spots, Grey moulds

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Aster amellus 'Moerheim Gem'?

Aster amellus 'Moerheim Gem' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.

What soil does Aster amellus 'Moerheim Gem' need?

Aster amellus 'Moerheim Gem' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained to well-drained.

Is Aster amellus 'Moerheim Gem' hardy in the UK?

Aster amellus 'Moerheim Gem' has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.

How do I propagate Aster amellus 'Moerheim Gem'?

Seed, Division in spring.

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