{"product_id":"new-england-aster-200-seeds","title":"New England Aster – 200 Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eEnd the gardening season with a spectacular burst of color with our New England Aster seeds. This beloved North American native wildflower is a champion of the fall garden, becoming absolutely covered in vibrant, purple, daisy-like flowers with sunny yellow centers. It is an incredibly important late-season nectar source for pollinators, providing a final feast for monarch butterflies on their migration south. This hardy, low-maintenance perennial is perfect for adding height and brilliant color to any meadow or naturalized garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e⭐ What you'll love\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAn absolute profusion of vibrant purple flowers in the fall.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eA crucial late-season nectar source for monarch butterflies and bees.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eA tall, stately native plant that provides a stunning backdrop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eA very hardy and reliable perennial that is easy to grow from seed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e🌿 Seed details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e New England Aster (Symphyotrichum novae-angliae)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Quantity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 200 seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heirloom, Open Pollinated, Non-GMO\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifecycle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perennial\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3-6 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blooms in the first or second year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Zone:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4-8\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e American Grown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e🌱 Growing instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSowing:\u003c\/strong\u003e The easiest method is to sow seeds outdoors in the fall. The seeds will be naturally stratified over the winter and will germinate in the spring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStratification:\u003c\/strong\u003e To plant in the spring, seeds require a 30-day period of cold, moist stratification in the refrigerator before sowing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDepth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant seeds 1\/8 inch deep.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Space or thin plants to 18-24 inches apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight Requirement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Sun to Partial Shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefers moist, well-draining soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e✅ Our seed packets\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eProfessionally designed and made.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eResealable for convenient, long-term storage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eEco-friendly and recyclable (contains no plastic).\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eIncludes full, detailed growing instructions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eVigorously tested to ensure the highest germination rates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCustom packets for weddings, baby showers, or events are available. Just message us!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e🚚 Shipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFREE SHIPPING on all orders of $35 or more.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFlat Rate shipping no matter how many seeds you order.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eTracking is included with every order.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Southern Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44519058014348,"sku":"ASTER7","price":1.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0706\/5501\/7100\/files\/aster-new-england-aster-novae-angliae-200-seedssouthern-seeds-633516.jpg?v=1758598314","url":"https:\/\/kitchenandmetal.com\/products\/new-england-aster-200-seeds","provider":"Kitchen + Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}