How to Grow and Care for Tansyaster

Tansyaster requires well-draining soil and cannot tolerate waterlogged conditions. It thrives in full sunlight for optimal blooming. Special care points include protecting it from excessive moisture which can lead to root rot and pruning regularly to maintain its shape and encourage growth.

Watering schedule: Every 1-2 weeks

Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

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Planting and Growing Tansyaster

Care Difficulty	Hard
Lifespan	Perennial
Watering Schedule	Every 1-2 weeks
Sunlight Requirements	Full sun
Soil Type	Garden Soil
Soil pH	6-7.5
Hardiness Zones	9

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Types of Tansyaster

Tansyleaf Tansyaster

Tansyleaf Tansyaster (Machaeranthera tanacetifolia) is an annual wildflower native to North America that floods roadsides and fields in a dazzling arrays of purple flowers every spring. It has a pervasive root system and is commonly used in erosion control projects. The company Burpee Seed has been selling packets of tansyleaf Tansyaster seeds for over 140 years!

Mesa tansy-aster

Mesa tansy-aster boasts vibrant yellow daisy-like flowers atop slender, erect stems, with narrow leaves adorning its length. Thriving in arid, sunny environments, mesa tansy-aster adapts to harsh conditions through its drought-resistant foliage, with blooming often signaling the waning days of summer. Its unmistakable golden blossoms punctuate the muted tones of its native landscapes.

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