Overview
Symphyotrichum novi-belgii 'Mary Spiller' is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Symphyotrichum, part of the Asteraceae family, with deciduous foliage. Symphyotrichum novi-belgii 'Mary Spiller' 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 'Mary Spiller' 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 is suitable for 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 well-suited to coastal, cottage, and informal gardens, as well as prairie plantings and flower borders. It flowers in summer and autumn, adding seasonal interest to the garden.
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 'Mary Spiller' 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 'Mary Spiller'
- 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 'Mary Spiller'?
Symphyotrichum novi-belgii 'Mary Spiller' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Symphyotrichum novi-belgii 'Mary Spiller' need?
Symphyotrichum novi-belgii 'Mary Spiller' 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 'Mary Spiller' hardy in the UK?
Symphyotrichum novi-belgii 'Mary Spiller' 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 'Mary Spiller'?
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'
