Annual Saltmarsh Aster
About Annual Saltmarsh Aster
Annual Saltmarsh Aster is a super rare houseplant šæ that needs regular watering to thrive. They do best in long-lasting, direct light āļø and should be less than 1 foot from a window.
Annual Saltmarsh Aster likes soil that is well draining. Your plant shouldn't need added fertilizers if you repot each time it doubles in size.
Taxonomy
Symphyotrichum subulatum
Symphyotrichum
Asteraceae
Asterales
Also known as
eastern annual saltmarsh aster, saltmarsh aster, small saltmarsh aster and wild aster
How to care for Annual Saltmarsh Aster
Water
How often to water your Annual Saltmarsh Aster
every 9
Annual Saltmarsh Aster needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesnāt get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
9
Light
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A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.
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Finding light for Annual Saltmarsh Aster in your home
a window
Annual Saltmarsh Aster love being close to bright, sunny windows š.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Annual Saltmarsh Aster does not tolerate low-light š«.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Annual Saltmarsh Aster in your home š”.
Nutrients
How to fertilize Annual Saltmarsh Aster
Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil itās likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Annual Saltmarsh Aster after it doubles in size or once a yearāwhichever comes first.
FAQs
Annual Saltmarsh Aster prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Sunlight Needs
Annual Saltmarsh Aster requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive šŖ. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home š”.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantās toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itās always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control atĀ US (800) 222-1222.Ā If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA atĀ US (888) 426-4435.
Soil
Annual Saltmarsh Aster does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!
Fertilizer
Annual Saltmarsh Aster should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year, whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as itās refreshed yearly, you shouldnāt need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!
Growth Pattern
Annual Saltmarsh Aster grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.
Care Summary for Annual Saltmarsh Aster
Annual Saltmarsh Aster
Greg recommends:
Water
0.5 cups every 9 days
Placement
< 1ft from a window
Nutrients
Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4ā pot your plant is in, and that it doesnāt get direct sunlight.
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