Overview
Symphyotrichum novi-belgii 'Fair Lady' is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Symphyotrichum, part of the Asteraceae family, with deciduous foliage. Symphyotrichum novi-belgii 'Fair Lady' 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, wildlife gardens, cut flowers and flower borders and beds.
About
Symphyotrichum novi-belgii 'Fair Lady' is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial belonging to the genus Symphyotrichum, 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 or partial shade and is adaptable to various 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 a range of garden settings such as coastal, cottage, prairie, and wildlife gardens. It provides seasonal interest 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 novi-belgii 'Fair Lady' 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, Cut flowers, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Symphyotrichum novi-belgii 'Fair Lady'
- Propagation
- Division in spring, Root softwood basal cuttings in spring
- Pest resistance
- Leaf and bud eelworms, Slugs, Snails
- Disease resistance
- Verticillium wilt, Powdery mildews, Grey moulds
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Symphyotrichum novi-belgii 'Fair Lady'?
Symphyotrichum novi-belgii 'Fair Lady' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Symphyotrichum novi-belgii 'Fair Lady' need?
Symphyotrichum novi-belgii 'Fair Lady' 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 novi-belgii 'Fair Lady' hardy in the UK?
Symphyotrichum novi-belgii 'Fair Lady' 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 novi-belgii 'Fair Lady'?
Division in spring, Root softwood basal cuttings in spring.
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'
