I learned that the way this aster’s leaves are attached to the stem is called “clasping”. This helps to identify the plant as well as forever endear it to you.
A close-up of aster leaves showing how they are attached to the stem.
Aster leaves
I learned that the way this aster’s leaves are attached to the stem is called “clasping”. This helps to identify the plant as well as forever endear it to you.
A close-up of aster leaves showing how they are attached to the stem.
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a chat over the garden fence
There's always room for one more plant.
a little garden near Gawler
.....and nurturing my soul
Ministry of the fence 
