Overview
Symphyotrichum novi-belgii Nicole ('Mypot0001'PBR) (Mystery Lady Series) is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Symphyotrichum, part of the Asteraceae family, with deciduous foliage. Symphyotrichum novi-belgii Nicole ('Mypot0001'PBR) (Mystery Lady Series) 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 novi-belgii Nicole ('Mypot0001' PBR) from the Mystery Lady Series is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial belonging to the Asteraceae family. Like other Symphyotrichum species, it features simple, lanceolate foliage and daisy-like flower heads with yellow central disc florets surrounded by strap-shaped ray florets. This cultivar thrives in full sun or partial shade and is suitable for a variety of soil types, including chalk, clay, loam, and sand, provided they are moist but well-drained. It is hardy to UK zone H7 and is well suited to coastal, cottage, gravel, prairie, and wildlife gardens, offering interest throughout summer and autumn.
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 Nicole ('Mypot0001'PBR) (Mystery Lady Series) 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 novi-belgii Nicole ('Mypot0001'PBR) (Mystery Lady Series)
- 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 novi-belgii Nicole ('Mypot0001'PBR) (Mystery Lady Series)?
Symphyotrichum novi-belgii Nicole ('Mypot0001'PBR) (Mystery Lady Series) prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Symphyotrichum novi-belgii Nicole ('Mypot0001'PBR) (Mystery Lady Series) need?
Symphyotrichum novi-belgii Nicole ('Mypot0001'PBR) (Mystery Lady Series) 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 Nicole ('Mypot0001'PBR) (Mystery Lady Series) hardy in the UK?
Symphyotrichum novi-belgii Nicole ('Mypot0001'PBR) (Mystery Lady Series) 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 Nicole ('Mypot0001'PBR) (Mystery Lady Series)?
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'
