Asters are in the daisy family and while some flower in spring, most flower in late summer and autumn, hence their common name Michaelmas daisy. It has a new name, Symphyotrichum. This variety, 'Coombe Fishacre' bears masses of small, lilac-blue flowers with yellow to purple-brown centres. 

It's ideal for growing in herbaceous borders and makes a welcome flash of colour when other flowers are starting to fade.

Grows to 90 cm tall and 60 cm wide.

Well known for attracting bees, butterflies/moths and other pollinators. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers, a great food source for the late summer garden. For best results plant in well-drained soil in a sheltered, partially shaded site. Cut back hard after flowering.