Vibrant Dome Fall Aster

‘Vibrant Dome’ is a compact New England aster with a rounded habit and bright pink, star-shaped flowers in fall. Its manageable size and long-season color suit sunny perennial borders, mixed plantings, and pollinator plantings. ## Cultivar and garden use [North Creek Nurseries](https://www.northcreeknurseries.com/plant-name/Aster-novae-angliae-Vibrant-Dome) identifies this selection as *Aster novae-angliae* ‘Vibrant Dome’ and lists pink flowers, an 18–20-inch height, a 30-inch spread, USDA zones 3–8, sun to partial shade, and fertile, well-drained soil. The nursery describes it as mildew resistant, pollinator friendly, deer resistant, and salt tolerant. Its cultivar is protected by U.S. plant patent [PP19538](https://patents.justia.com/patent/PP19538), granted December 2, 2008; the patent describes it as a mutation of ‘Purple Dome’ and records its botanical designation. ## Siting Use this aster where fall color is wanted without the height of the species. Provide sun and soil that drains while retaining some moisture. The named cultivar's mildew resistance is a comparative trait, not immunity; crowded foliage or poor growing conditions can still lead to disease. ## Maintenance Water while establishing and during prolonged dry spells. Cut back old growth after flowering or before spring growth resumes, and divide clumps about every three years to maintain vigor. Leave adequate room for air movement around the foliage.