Aster novae-angliae 'KICKIN Purple' is a striking perennial that brings a burst of vibrant purple color to the garden from late summer through fall. This New England Aster reaches 18-24 inches in height and spread, thriving in full to part sun and well-drained soils. Renowned for its showy, long-lasting blooms and compact growth, 'KICKIN Purple' is an excellent choice for adding dynamic color to beds, borders, and containers. It’s low-maintenance, cold tolerant, and deer resistant, making it a practical and beautiful addition to any garden. Additionally, it attracts pollinators such as butterflies, enhancing the ecological value of your outdoor space.
| Plant Type |
Perennials |
| Hardiness Zone |
Zones 5 - 9 |
| Exposure |
Full Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Summer, Fall |
| Height | 2' - 4' (ft) |
| Spread | 2' - 4' (ft) |
| Spacing |
36" (in) |
| Water Needs |
Average |
| Maintenance |
Average |
| Soil Type |
Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil PH |
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage |
Moist but Well-Drained |
| Characteristics |
Showy |
| Tolerance |
Clay Soil, Deer, Rabbit, Salt, Wet Soil |
| Attracts |
Bees, Birds, Butterflies |
| Garden Uses |
Beds and Borders, Patio and Containers, Rain Gardens |
Aster novae-angliae ‘KICKIN Purple’ (New England Aster) | New England Aster 'KICKIN Purple', Michaelmas Daisy 'KICKIN Purple', Symphyotrichum novae-angliae 'KICKIN Purple', Aster 'KICKIN Purple' || Aster novae-angliae 'KICKIN Purple' is a striking perennial that brings a burst of vibrant purple color to the garden from late summer through fall. This New England Aster reaches 18-24 inches in height and spread, thriving in full to part sun and well-drained soils. Renowned for its showy, long-lasting blooms and compact growth, 'KICKIN Purple' is an excellent choice for adding dynamic color to beds, borders, and containers. It’s low-maintenance, cold tolerant, and deer resistant, making it a practical and beautiful addition to any garden. Additionally, it attracts pollinators such as butterflies, enhancing the ecological value of your outdoor space.
Full Sun,
Summer, Fall,
Average Water Needs, Average Maintenance, Moist but Well-Drained,
Showy,
Clay Soil Tolerant, Deer Tolerant, Rabbit Tolerant, Salt Tolerant, Wet Soil Tolerant,
Attracts Bees, Attracts Birds, Attracts Butterflies, Beds and Borders, Patio and Containers, Rain Gardens
