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Aster novae-angliae 'September Ruby'
Aster novae-angliae 'September Ruby'
Tall New England aster · Violet-blue & ruby-rose flowers · Blooms in the fall · Supports late-season pollinators
📦 Shipping is charged at real carrier rates.We don’t mark up shipping—costs reflect distance from our nursery and careful plant packing.
🌱 6-plant minimum per order — mix & match any varieties
📦 Ships in a 2⅜” square x 3¾” deep band pot — well-rooted & ready to plant
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September Ruby is a tall, native New England aster selected for its rich color, strong stems, and reliable late-season bloom. As the garden begins to quiet, it rises into its moment — producing masses of daisy-like flowers in deep ruby tones that may show subtle violet undertones depending on light and soil conditions. Each bloom is centered with a bright golden eye that pollinators can spot from across the garden.
In most temperate climates, flowering begins in late summer and continues into fall. In warmer regions, plants may start earlier, while northern gardens often see peak bloom later in the season. This adaptable timing is part of what makes New England asters such valuable late-season nectar plants.
Tall, upright stems branch freely to create a bold but airy presence that never feels coarse. Planted toward the back of borders or woven into naturalistic plantings, September Ruby adds height, movement, and ecological value all at once.
Why Gardeners Love It
- Deep ruby-red flowers with subtle violet tones
- Important late-season pollinator plant
- Strong upright stems
- Long bloom window
- Native perennial with real habitat value
- Excellent structure for fall borders
How It Grows
- Plant type: Herbaceous perennial
- Sun: Full sun preferred
- Soil: Average to moderately fertile, well-drained soil
- Water: Moderate; appreciates moisture during establishment
- Hardiness: USDA Zones 4–9
- Habit: Upright, clumping, branching
Size & Bloom
- Height × Width: 3–5 ft × ~2 ft
- Flower size: 1–2 inches across
- Color: Deep ruby red, sometimes with violet undertones
- Center: Golden yellow
- Bloom season: Late summer through fall (earlier in warm climates)
- Wildlife value: Bees, butterflies, beneficial insects
Planting & Care Notes
- Plant in full sun for strongest stems and best flowering
- Avoid overly rich soil or heavy fertilizing, which can cause lanky growth
- Pinching stems in early summer encourages a fuller, bushier plant
- Provide good airflow to discourage mildew
- Divide every few years to maintain vigor
Best Uses
- Pollinator gardens
- Native plant landscapes
- Meadow and prairie plantings
- Back-of-border height
- Late-season color gardens
How to Know It’s Right for You
Choose September Ruby if you:
- want bold color late in the season
- support pollinators in fall
- need tall structure plants
- prefer hardy, long-lived perennials
- garden in Zones 4–9
POT SIZE: 2⅜” square x 3¾” deep band pot
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What to Expect With Your Plants
What size plants will I receive?
Most plants ship in 2 3/8” x 3 3/4” band pots—ideal for healthy root growth.
Top growth varies by variety and season, but every plant arrives well-rooted, actively growing, and ready to plant.
Grown naturally without artificial heat or lights, our plants are hardy, adaptable, and ready to thrive in real garden conditions.
When will my plants ship?
We schedule plant orders based on your area’s average last frost date and when each plant is truly ready to ship. You’ll receive an email with your estimated ship date once your order is scheduled.
Orders ship Monday–Wednesday via UPS or USPS (2–3 day service), so your plants arrive before the weekend and spend less time in transit. Shipping begins in spring—usually mid-April—when weather and plant health align, so your plants arrive strong, well-rooted, and ready to thrive.
Do you guarantee your plants?
We stand behind our plants and our packing process. While we can't control weather or how plants are cared for after arrival, we do guarantee that your plants will arrive healthy and in good condition. If there's an issue, just reach out and we're happy to help.
Are your plants inspected for plant health and disease?
Yes. Our nursery is inspected at least twice each year by the Oregon Department of Agriculture and meets state plant health and disease standards.
Why does shipping cost what it does for live plants?
Shipping live plants requires careful packaging, seasonal timing, and fast transit to ensure they arrive healthy.
Our shipping rates are calculated in real time based on box size, weight, and destination, and we always select the best available option for safe, timely delivery.
We never inflate shipping costs — you pay what it costs us to ship your order safely.
Have more questions?
We want you to feel good about your plant order. Find answers about shipping, sizing, care, and guarantees in our full FAQ.