Symphyotrichum ‘Sarah Ballard’

If you’re looking for a graceful, long-flowering plant to carry your borders into autumn, Symphyotrichum ‘Sarah Ballard’ is a must. With its elegant, lavender-pink daisy-like flowers and vibrant yellow centres, this hardy perennial brings colour and light to the fading garden when most summer blooms are done.

☀️ Position:
Full sun is best for flowering, but it tolerates light shade.

🌿 Soil:
Moist but well-drained soil is ideal. Avoid very dry or waterlogged spots.

💧 Watering:
Water during prolonged dry spells, especially in the first growing season. Mulch in spring to help retain moisture.

🧤 Spacing:
Allow around 45–60 cm between plants. They’ll form graceful clumps over time.

✂️ Maintenance:
Cut back stems to the ground in late autumn or early spring. Divide every few years to keep the plant vigorous and prevent overcrowding.