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Homes & Gardens
Drew Swainston

Should I cut back asters in the fall or wait until spring? The choice is yours, and here’s how to decide

Purple-flowering asters.

To cut back asters in the fall or wait for spring - that is the question. Gardeners often prefer one method to the other when it comes to when to cut back asters. If you are yet to commit fully to one stance or are new to growing asters and looking for guidance, we are here to help you decide.

Asters are one of the best perennials for providing blooms in late summer and early fall. Their daisy-like flowers are adored by gardeners and pollinators alike and there is a wide selection of native North American plants or European aster varieties to choose from for any backyard ideas.

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