Aster cordifolius | Silver Spray Floret’s farm Young plants will die back

Young plants will die back in winter and will need mulching in frost-prone areas to protect the crown of the plant and then they will re-emerge in spring and produce their flowers

deep purple flowers with white centres

hence the name bleeding heart

With irresistible photos of Erin's flower farm that showcase exquisite blooms

pull the stems from the base to promote new flowers rather than cutting

Aster cordifolius | Silver Spray Floret’s farm Young plants will die backAlso known as Michaelmas daisies, these plants are such a welcome addition to the late summer autumn garden. This cultivar is not often seen and has sprays of small pale mauve daisy like flowers that fade to almost white and is also excellent for cutting. Silver spray will tolerate light shade although preferring a sunny spot with good drainage. Cutting back stems early in the growing season will help to keep the plant nice and bushy. Cut back flower