Overview

Canadanthus modestus is a plant with a clump-forming habit in the genus Canadanthus, part of the Asteraceae family, with deciduous foliage. Canadanthus modestus grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include borders and woodland gardens.

About

Canadanthus modestus is a clump-forming cultivar of the genus Canadanthus, belonging to the Asteraceae family. It is a deciduous plant that thrives in full sun, ideally in a south-facing, sheltered position. This cultivar prefers fertile, moist but well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H4, it is suitable for borders and woodland gardens, offering seasonal interest in spring and summer. Propagation can be achieved through division or seed.

About the genus

Canadanthus is a North American monotypic genus of flowering plants in the family Asteraceae. The only species is Canadanthus modestus, commonly known as great northern aster or western bog aster. It is native to most of Canada and to northern parts of the United States.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Canadanthus

Sunlight

Full sun

Soil type

Loam

Soil pH

Neutral

Soil moisture

Moist but well-drained

Aspect

South-facing

Exposure

Sheltered

UK hardiness

H4

Plant details

Canadanthus modestus size, habit and characteristics

Habit

Clump-forming

Foliage

Deciduous

Suggested uses

Borders, woodland gardens

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Canadanthus modestus

Propagation

Division, seed

Pest resistance

Generally pest-free

Disease resistance

Generally disease-free

Frequently asked questions