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| Category: Perennial |
| Family: Asteraceae (Sunflowers) |
| Origin: Asia, Southwestern (Asia) |
| Flower Color: Light Blue |
| Bloomtime: Summer/Fall |
| Synonyms: [Aster 'Moench'] |
| Parentage: (A. amellus x thomsonii) |
| Height: 1-2 feet |
| Width: 1-2 feet |
| Exposure: Sun or Shade |
| Deer Tolerant: Yes |
| Irrigation (H2O Info): Medium Water Needs |
| Winter Hardiness: < 0 °F |
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Aster x frikartii 'Mönch' (Monch Aster) - Beautiful and adaptable perennial that grows to about 2 feet tall and holds clusters of large light blue flowers in the summer and fall. Best in full sun or part shade with regular watering in the summer to encourage bloom. Light blue flower in summer-fall. Hardy to <0 degrees F. Rated down to USDA zone 5 (-10 to -20 °F).
The information about Aster x frikartii 'Mönch' displayed on this web page is based on our research conducted in the nursery's horticultural library and from reliable online resources. We also include observations made about it as it grows in our nursery gardens and other gardens we have visited, as well how the crops have performed in containers in our nursery field. We will also incorporate comments we receive from others and welcome hearing from anyone with additional information, particularly if they can share cultural information that would aid others in growing this plant. |
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