Aster X Frikartii Flower Plant

Facts about Aster X Frikartii Flower 'Monch' Plant. Aster X Frikartii 'Monch' Plant belongs to the family of asteraceae and it is commonly called Frikart’s aster. The Aster X Frikartii 'Monch' Plant grows to a height of 2 to 3 feet (.60 to .91 meters) spreading at 1 to 1 1/2 feet (.30 to .45 meters). The tree is grown in alkaline, average, medium and well drained soils. It requires part shade to full sun and adequate moisture throughout summer for better growth.

Adding organic materials to the hole before planting is a plus to the Aster X Frikartii 'Monch' Plant. You can opt to use garden compost or fertilizers. In fact most people also add chicken manure which they claim that it is a good starter for the Aster X Frikartii 'Monch' Plant. Watering the Aster X Frikartii 'Monch' Plant should be done until it is established. After that you can just minimize since it requires medium water.

The Aster X Frikartii 'Monch' flowers are seen from June to September. They are usually lavender blue with a yellow part at the center. The Aster X Frikartii 'Monch' Plant looks lovely and is resilient bringing out beautiful flowers throughout the season. The foliage is normally light green and it is believed to be an asset to the Aster X Frikartii 'Monch' Plant.

Trimming is necessary when the Aster X Frikartii 'Monch' Plant is still young. This helps it to be stable as well as become bushier. Flopping may arise too if the Aster X Frikartii 'Monch' Plant is not well supported.

Aster X Frikartii 'Monch' Plant attracts butterflies though it is deer resistant. It is a good plant to be planted along the borders for its beautiful flowers. Again, it is a longer flowering season and does not need staking. Staking is advisable only if the Aster X Frikartii 'Monch' Plant is grown in windy gardens. The flowers are lovely and the Aster X Frikartii 'Monch' Plant can easily be planted with other summer flowering plants.

The tree does not do well in winter, especially in USDA zones 5 and 6A. It does not have any insects or disease problems though if planted in wet soils it can rot. This is why it is not advisable to plant, Aster X Frikartii 'Monch' Plant during winter seasons.