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The Bigelow's Tansyaster (Bigelovii) is generally described as a perennial forb/herb. This is native to the U.S. (United States) has its most active growth period in the spring and summer . The Bigelow's Tansyaster (Bigelovii) has green foliage and inconspicuous purple flowers, with an abuncance of conspicuous white fruits or seeds. The greatest bloom is usually observed in the fall, with fruit and seed production starting in the fall and continuing until fall. Leaves are not retained year to year. The Bigelow's Tansyaster (Bigelovii) has a short life span relative to most other plant species and a rapid growth rate. At maturity, the typical Bigelow's Tansyaster (Bigelovii) will reach up to 4 feet high, with a maximum height at 20 years of 0 inches.
The Bigelow's Tansyaster (Bigelovii) is easily found in nurseries, garden stores and other plant dealers and distributors. It can be propagated by seed. It has a rapid ability to spread through seed production and the seedlings have high vigor. Note that cold stratification is not required for seed germination and the plant cannot survive exposure to temperatures below 32°F. has high tolerance to drought and restricted water conditions.
| Category | |
|---|---|
| Growth Rate | Rapid |
| General Type | Forb/herb |
| Growth Period | Spring, Summer |
| Growth Duration | Biennial, Perennial |
| Lifespan | Short |
| Plant Nativity | Native to U.S. |
| Commercial Availability | Routinely Available |
| Bloom Period | Fall |
|---|---|
| Displays Fall Colors | Yes |
| Shape/Growth Form | Multiple Stem |
| Drought Tolerance | High |
| Shade Tolerance | Intolerant |
| Height When Mature | 4 |
| Vegetative Spread | None |
| Flower Color | Purple |
| Flower Conspicuousness | Yes |
| Fruit/Seed Abundance | High |
| Fruit/Seed Seasonality | Fall Fall |
| Seed Spread Rate | Rapid |
| Propagations (Ways to Grow) | Seed |
|---|---|
| Moisture Requirements | Low |
| Cold Stratification Required | No |
| Minimum Temperature | 32 |
| Soil Depth for Roots | 6 |
| Toxic to Nearby Plants | No |
| Toxic to Livestock | No |
| After-Harvest Regrowth Rate | None |
| After-Harvest Resprout Ability | No |
| Responds to Coppicing | No |
| pH Range | 6–8.5 pH |
|---|---|
| Precipitation Range | 6–6 inches/yr |
| Planting Density | 0–0 indiv./acre |
| Soil Textures | Coarse, Fine, Medium |
| Soil Depth for Roots | 6 |
| Minimum Frost-Free Days | 160 day(s) |
| Salinity Tolerance | None |
| CaCO3 Tolerance | High |
| Leaf Retention | No |
|---|---|
| Palatability | High |
| Fire Resistant | No |
| Causes Livestock Bloating | None |
Source: USDA, NRCS, PLANTS Database, plants.usda.gov.
National Plant Data Center, Baton Rouge, LA 70874-4490 USA
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