How to Care for Aster yomena (Korean Aster)

Korean name: 쑥부쟁이

A wildflower that blooms purple flowers in autumn, growing about 30 to 60 cm tall. Its leaves are pointed with slight serrations, commonly found in mountains and fields. It has a strong growth habit and is relatively easy to care for.

Key facts

• Category: Wildflower & native plant
• Difficulty: Easy
• Where to keep: outdoors
• Native to: Korea, Japan, China
• Growth rate: Moderate
• Pets: Mildly toxic, so keep pets from chewing on it.
• Traits: wildflower, autumn bloom, cold hardy, beginner friendly
• Also known as: Korean Aster, Yomena

Care Guide

• Light: Grows well in partial to full sunlight.
• Watering: Water well when the soil is dry.
• Soil: Prefers well-draining soil.
• Humidity: Tolerates average humidity.
• Temperature: 15~25°C
• Fertilizer: Apply liquid fertilizer once a month during the growing season.

Common questions

How often should you water Aster yomena?

Water well when the soil is dry. Roughly every 7 days is the baseline; adjust for the season and the spot it sits in.

Where should you keep Aster yomena?

It likes Grows well in partial to full sunlight.. You can grow it outdoors. Use Prefers well-draining soil..

Is Aster yomena safe around pets?

Mildly toxic, so keep pets from chewing on it.

Is Aster yomena good for beginners?

Difficulty: Easy. It is forgiving enough for a first plant. Keep it around 15~25°C. Humidity: Tolerates average humidity.. Fertilise Apply liquid fertilizer once a month during the growing season..