AT A GLANCE
What planting distance do I have to keep with asters?
What is the planting distance for asters?
The correct plant spacing for asters is usually on the label or description of the plant for the respective variety. The specified width depends primarily on the optimal size of the eyrie. If the root systems of the plants grow larger, one division of the rootstock to prefer.
What happens if the planting distance is too small?
Stand Asters planted too close together become, the risk of diseases. If the planting distance is too small, the plants take each other's light and moisture: one consequence of this is infection with real mildew. This fungal disease severely damages the plants and wanted to be fought quickly.
Tip
Planting distance for unknown varieties
With unfamiliar asters, it is difficult to determine the correct planting distance. A good rule of thumb for asters is half the height of the mature plant.