Aster alpinus Alpine Aster Z 5-7

Aster alpinus Alpine Aster Z 5-7

$10.25/bareroot

Frilly little daisies, May-June, lavender, pink or white

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Description

Frilly little lavender daisies, May-June.  Plant where they will be seen in the front of the garden.

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