Aster novae-angliae ~ New England Aster grass and Hedges

and Hedges

Although it blooms in summer

Petrorhagia saxifraga

Catmint used to be used as a tea for its medical properties that helped relieve stomach aches and cramping

North India

Aster novae-angliae ~ New England Aster grass and HedgesNew England Aster is a large variety of the upright native perennial that can grow as tall as 6 feet. It sports a hairy stem and rough, hairy lance like green leaves that are deer resistant. The large, purple flowers with orange yellow centers start to bloom in late summer and typically continue until the first frost. Its flowers are attractive to butterflies. New England Aster prefers full sun and rich, moist soils. New England Aster has a history of