Symphyotrichum novi-belgii 'Royal Ruby'

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Michaelmas daisyPerennial, Deciduous

Flower colour:

Pink

Foliage colour:

Green

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Position

Sun Exposure:

Dappled shade, full sun, partial shade

Aspect:

East facing, south facing, west facing

Position in Border:

Front

Soil

Acidic / Chalky / Alkaline / Clay / Heavy / Moist / Well Drained / Light / Sandy

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. They provide a welcome splash of colour when other flowers are starting to fade. They are also an important soure of nectar and pollen for late-flying insects.

Symphyotrichum novi-belgii 'Royal Ruby' produces maroon, almost red, flowers with bright yellow centres. It's a compact plant, ideal for growing at the front of a herbaceous border or a container. For best results plant Symphyotrichum novi-belgii 'Royal Ruby' in well-drained soil in a sheltered, partially shaded site. Cut back hard after flowering.

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Symphyotrichum ‘Royal ruby’ and wildlife

Symphyotrichum ‘Royal ruby’ is known for attracting bees, butterflies/moths and other pollinators. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers.

Is known to attract Bees

Bees

Is not known to attract Beneficial insects

Beneficial insects

Is not known to attract Birds

Birds

Is known to attract Butterflies/​Moths

Butterflies/​Moths

Is known to attract Other pollinators

Other pollinators

Is Symphyotrichum ‘Royal ruby’ poisonous?

Symphyotrichum ‘Royal ruby’ has no toxic effects reported.

No reported toxicity to:

Is not known to attract Birds

Birds

Is not known to attract Cats

Cats

Is not known to attract Dogs

Dogs

Is not known to attract Horses

Horses

Is not known to attract Livestock

Livestock

Is not known to attract People

People

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