Overview
Aster amellus 'Nocturne' is a plant with a herbaceous perennial habit in the genus Aster, part of the Asteraceae family, with deciduous foliage. Aster amellus 'Nocturne' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include borders, rock gardens and containers.
About
Aster amellus 'Nocturne' is a herbaceous perennial cultivar in the Aster genus, belonging to the Asteraceae family. It features deciduous foliage and thrives in full sun or partial shade, ideally in south- or west-facing, sheltered positions. This cultivar prefers neutral, moisture-retentive, well-drained loam soils. Hardy to UK zone H6, it is suitable for borders, rock gardens, and containers. Propagation can be achieved through division or seed sowing.
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
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moisture-retentive, Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Aster amellus 'Nocturne' size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Herbaceous perennial
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Borders, Rock gardens, Containers
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Aster amellus 'Nocturne'
- Propagation
- Division, Seed sowing
- Pest resistance
- Aphids, Powdery mildew
- Disease resistance
- Rust, Powdery mildew
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Aster amellus 'Nocturne'?
Aster amellus 'Nocturne' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Aster amellus 'Nocturne' need?
Aster amellus 'Nocturne' grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moisture-retentive to well-drained.
Is Aster amellus 'Nocturne' hardy in the UK?
Aster amellus 'Nocturne' 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 'Nocturne'?
Division, Seed sowing.
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More in the Aster genus
- Aster ageratoides 'Ezo Murasaki'Balsam Aster
- Aster amellusItalian aster
- Aster amellus 'Rudolph Goethe'Italian aster 'Rudolph Goethe'
- Aster amellus 'Sonia'Italian aster 'Sonia'
- Aster amellus 'Ultramarine'European Michaelmas Daisy
- Aster amellus 'Violet Queen'European Michaelmas Daisy
- Aster canus
- Aster divaricatusWhite Wood Aster
