Aster Tongolensis ‘Beggarten’ Plant – 3Ltr Pot

Aster tongolensis ‘Berggarten’ Plant – 3Ltr Pot

Bright and reliable, Aster tongolensis ‘Berggarten’ is a beautiful Michaelmas Daisy perennial that produces large lavender-blue flowers with vibrant orange centres above attractive dark green foliage. Ideal for borders, cottage gardens, and wildlife-friendly planting schemes, this mat-forming perennial brings long-lasting colour and texture to the garden throughout summer.

Key Features

• Large lavender-blue daisy flowers with striking orange centres

• Attractive mat-forming growth habit ideal for ground coverage

• Excellent for borders, cottage gardens, and wildlife planting

• Thrives in both full sun and partial shade

• Fully hardy and suitable for a wide range of UK garden conditions

• Easy-care perennial with excellent seasonal interest

Product Description

Aster tongolensis ‘Berggarten’ is a charming deciduous perennial valued for its vivid summer flowers and neat spreading habit. This attractive variety forms low mats of softly hairy, dark green elliptic foliage, providing texture and ground cover throughout the growing season. During summer, sturdy upright stems rise above the foliage carrying large single lavender-blue flower heads with contrasting orange central disc florets.

Its compact yet spreading nature makes it an excellent choice for mixed borders, cottage-style planting, gravel gardens, and wildlife-friendly schemes. The cheerful flowers attract pollinators while adding vibrant colour to sunny or lightly shaded areas of the garden. Its adaptable nature allows it to thrive in a range of soil types and garden positions.

Aster ‘Berggarten’ performs best in moist but well-drained soil and is fully hardy across the UK. Whether planted in groups for ground-cover effect or combined with ornamental grasses and other perennials, it delivers dependable colour and structure year after year.

Specifications

• Botanical name: Aster tongolensis ‘Berggarten’

• Common name: Michaelmas Daisy

• Pot size: 3Ltr Pot

• Plant type: Deciduous perennial

• Flower colour: Lavender-blue with orange centres

• Foliage: Softly hairy dark green leaves

• Growth habit: Mat-forming

• Mature height: Approx. 40cm

• Mature spread: Approx. 60cm

• Time to ultimate height: 2–5 years

• Flowering period: Summer

• Position: Full sun to partial shade

• Aspect: North, South, East, West

• Exposure: Exposed or sheltered positions

• Soil type: Chalky, loamy, or sandy soil

• Soil moisture: Moist but well-drained to well-drained soil

• Soil pH: Acid, alkaline, or neutral

• Hardiness: H4 hardy

• Suitable for: Borders, cottage gardens, wildlife gardens, and ground-cover planting

Care Tips

• Plant in well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade

• Water regularly during dry periods until fully established

• Apply mulch in spring to help retain moisture and suppress weeds

• Deadhead spent flowers to prolong blooming and maintain appearance

• Cut back stems after flowering or in late autumn

• Divide mature clumps every few years to maintain vigour

• Avoid excessively wet winter conditions for healthiest growth

Add vibrant colour and reliable garden performance with Aster tongolensis ‘Berggarten’ — a versatile perennial perfect for borders, cottage gardens, and pollinator-friendly planting schemes.

The plant’s growth rate and size will vary depending on planting position & conditions. Bloom, foliage and interest may vary from photo upon delivery, dependant on season.

Delivery Note: Please note that unfortunately we are currently unable to deliver plants to Northern Ireland.