High Country Gardens
New England Aster 'Honeysong Pink'
Best low-maintenance perennial for gardeners wanting late-season pollinator support.
The Honeysong Pink New England Aster is a native perennial celebrated for its abundant pink, golden-centered blooms that appear from late summer into fall. This cultivar offers a beautiful solution for adding vertical interest to the back of perennial borders as other flowers fade. It's an easy-to-grow, low-maintenance plant that thrives in full sun to partial sun and well-drained soil. A favorite among pollinators, it provides vital late-season nectar for bees and butterflies, making it a valuable addition to any garden seeking late-season color and wildlife support.
$19.99
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#864 in Landscaping & Garden Plants
Price vs Category Average
-28%
Below average
Life Cycle
Perennial
/ Perennial
Who it's for
- Busy gardeners wanting hardy, low-maintenance native plants
- Eco-conscious gardeners supporting late-season pollinators
- Homeowners seeking vibrant color during the autumn months
Who should skip it
- Low-effort gardeners avoiding periodic plant maintenance and division
- Gardeners preferring plants that maintain a tidy, upright habit
- Residents in humid climates prone to fungal foliage issues
Performance breakdown
Pollinator Impact
Essential late-season nectar source for bees and migrating butterflies.
Maintenance Ease
Low-effort perennial that thrives with minimal intervention once established.
Pest Resistance
Reliable defense against common garden foragers like deer and rabbits.
Seasonal Longevity
Provides vibrant color well into the fading autumn landscape.
Landscape Versatility
Upright habit works perfectly for borders or dense mass plantings.
Native Adaptability
Robust North American native suited for a wide range of zones.
Key Specs
Life Cycle
Perennial
Watering Needs
Moderate
Light Requirement
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Bloom Season
Summer, Fall
Growth Habit
Upright, Mounding
Mature Height
30-36 inches
Mature Spread
24-30 inches
Pest Resistant
Yes
Features
- Abundant pink, golden-centered blooms
- Attracts bees and butterflies
- Provides late-season garden color
- Easy to grow and low maintenance
- Deer and rabbit resistant
- Suitable for mass plantings
- Native North American plant
- Long bloom time
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the 'Honeysong Pink' Aster for its exceptional reliability and beautiful late season color. Reviewers frequently note the plant's impressive vigor, often exceeding expectations for size and bloom density even in challenging conditions. The unique soft pink hue is a major draw, providing essential garden interest when other flowers fade. This aster proves to be a robust, high quality addition, delivering reliable performance and stunning visual impact year after year.
Know before you buy
This cultivar typically reaches a mature height of 30 to 36 inches with a spread of 24 to 30 inches, making it an ideal choice for the back of a perennial border.
The Honeysong Pink is hardy in USDA zones 4 through 8, meaning it is well-adapted to survive cold winters across much of North America.
Yes, this variety is considered deer and rabbit resistant, which makes it a reliable choice for gardens where wildlife pressure is a common concern.
It performs best in a location that receives full sun to partial sun. Ensure you plant it in well-drained soil to prevent root issues, as it prefers moderate watering.
You will see its signature pink, golden-centered flowers from late summer through the fall, providing a vital source of nectar for pollinators when many other plants have finished blooming.
Absolutely. It is a native North American plant that serves as an excellent late-season food source for bees and butterflies, helping to sustain them as they prepare for winter.
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