Symphyotrichum novae-angliae
Care consensus, photos, and the collectors growing it.
- Common name
- Michaelmas daisy
- Plant type
- Wildflower
- Growth habit
- Upright
- Light
- Full sun
- Watering
- Medium
- Temperature
- Warm
- Humidity
- Moderate
- Propagation
- Seed grown
- Native range
- North American meadows
- Toxic to pets
- Not toxic
- Toxic to people
- Not toxic
- public plants
- 0 public plants
- collectors
- 0 collectors
What Symphyotrichum novae-angliae is
Symphyotrichum novae-angliae is a perennial wildflower known for its upright, sturdy stems. It brings the architecture of the North American meadow into your garden space.
You will notice this plant by its height and its late-season blooms. It thrives when given a consistent medium amount of water and a place to soak in full sun.
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Written by Pi, the helpful collecto.rs AI. Not veterinary or medical advice — check with a professional before letting a pet or a child near an unfamiliar plant.
People and Symphyotrichum novae-angliae
How our relationship with this plant has changed over time.
- Pre-colonial
Meadow presence
Indigenous populations interacted with this wildflower in its natural North American meadows for centuries.
- 18th century
Transatlantic interest
The plant travelled to European botanical gardens as explorers documented the flora of the North American landscape.
- 20th century
Garden cultivation
Gardeners began incorporating this plant into borders for its late-season color and reliable upright structure.
- Present day
Modern practice
You likely propagate your own plants from seeds to maintain their presence in your landscape throughout the warmer months.
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Frequently asked about Symphyotrichum novae-angliae
Quick answers pulled from the public catalog and care consensus above.
What is Symphyotrichum novae-angliae?
Symphyotrichum novae-angliae is a species in the Symphyotrichum genus. Commonly known as Michaelmas daisy, a wildflower, and with a upright growth habit. Native to North American meadows.
How do you care for Symphyotrichum novae-angliae?
Reference care guidance for Symphyotrichum novae-angliae: full sun light, medium watering, warm temperatures, and moderate humidity. Collectors on collecto.rs will refine this as more public specimens are added.
How rare is Symphyotrichum novae-angliae?
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What else is Symphyotrichum novae-angliae called?
Symphyotrichum novae-angliae is also known as Symphyotrichum novae-angliae, Symphyotrichum novae-angliae KICKIN LAVENDER, Symphyotrichum novae-angliae KICKIN LILAC BLUE, and Symphyotrichum novae-angliae KICKIN PINK CHIFFON.
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