Overview
Symphyotrichum 'Herfstweelde' is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Symphyotrichum, part of the Asteraceae family, with deciduous foliage. Symphyotrichum 'Herfstweelde' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include coastal, cottage and informal garden, gravel garden, prairie planting and wildlife gardens.
About
Symphyotrichum 'Herfstweelde' is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial within the Symphyotrichum genus, known for its daisy-like flower heads with yellow central disc florets surrounded by strap-shaped ray florets. This deciduous plant thrives in full sun to partial shade and adapts well to a variety of soil types including chalk, clay, loam, and sand, with a preference for moist but well-drained conditions. Hardy to UK zone H7, it is suitable for coastal, cottage, gravel, prairie, and wildlife gardens. It flowers in summer and autumn and can be propagated by division or root softwood basal cuttings in spring.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Symphyotrichum
- 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
- H7
Plant details
Symphyotrichum 'Herfstweelde' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Coastal, Cottage and informal garden, Gravel garden, Prairie planting, Wildlife gardens
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Symphyotrichum 'Herfstweelde'
- Propagation
- Propagate by division in spring or root softwood basal cuttings in spring; division can be carried out every third year to maintain vigour
- Pest resistance
- May be susceptible to leaf and bud eelworms, slugs and snails
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to Verticillium wilt, powdery mildews and grey moulds
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Symphyotrichum 'Herfstweelde'?
Symphyotrichum 'Herfstweelde' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Symphyotrichum 'Herfstweelde' need?
Symphyotrichum 'Herfstweelde' 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 Symphyotrichum 'Herfstweelde' hardy in the UK?
Symphyotrichum 'Herfstweelde' has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Symphyotrichum 'Herfstweelde'?
Propagate by division in spring or root softwood basal cuttings in spring; division can be carried out every third year to maintain vigour.
More in the Symphyotrichum genus
- Symphyotrichum 'Pink Star'
- Symphyotrichum 'Prairie Purple'
- Symphyotrichum concolor
- Symphyotrichum cordifolium 'Avondale'
- Symphyotrichum ericoides 'Cinderella'
- Symphyotrichum ericoides 'Rosy Veil'
- Symphyotrichum falcatum var. commutatum
- Symphyotrichum laeve 'Arcturus'aster 'Arcturus'
