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. Symphyotrichum laeve 'Calliope' is a particularly tall aster, bearing masses of small, lilac-blue flowers with yellow centres. It's ideal for growing in herbaceous borders and makes a welcome flash of colour when other flowers are starting to fade. It's also an important source of nectar and pollen for late-flying insects.
For best results plant Symphyotrichum laeve 'Calliope' in well-drained soil in a sheltered, partially shaded site. Cut back hard after flowering.
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Symphyotrichum ‘Calliope’ and wildlife
Symphyotrichum ‘Calliope’ 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 ‘Calliope’ poisonous?
Symphyotrichum ‘Calliope’ has no toxic effects reported.
