The taxonomy of asters is somewhat complicated, as it now includes several genera of plants, all within the Asteraceae family. Most gardeners do not need to worry too … See more

Pruning asters is simple: pinch off the dying flowers to make room for new growth. Remove dead or wilting stems promptly. For the simplest pruning, cut the flowers when they … See more

Asters can be propagated by rooting stem cuttings, but by far the easiest and recommended way is propagation by division. While asters can be grown from seed, germ… See more

When autumn rolls around and the asters stop blooming, give them a good amount of water, about 1 to 2 inches, a few weeks before the first freeze. Cut down the foliage after that fr… See more

Rust and powdery mildew diseasecan affect aster foliage. Follow proper plant spacing recommendations to improve air circulation and avoid splashing water to prevent the… See more