Aster alpinus 'Dark Beauty'

Aster alpinus 'Dark Beauty' has violet-blue flowers with golden-yellow centers. It's one of the first perennials to bloom in May and June.

Alpine aster 'Dark Beauty' is an excellent choice for the rock garden. It makes a lovely companion plant for other spring-blooming perennials like Alyssum saxatile, Iberis gibraltarica, Dracocephalum ruyschiana and columbine.

Also known as Aster alpinus 'Dunkle Schone'. Drought tolerant and deer resistant.

Hardiness Zones: 3-8

Height: 12"

Spacing: 12"

Light: Full sun to part shade

Sowing Aster alpinus Seeds

Start aster seeds indoors 8 weeks before the last frost date. Lightly cover the seeds with soil.