Heath Aster

Symphyotrichum ericoides
Prominent in prairie uplands

Heath Aster - Heath Aster

Out of Stock


Height Range: 18 - 36 inches
Seeding Rate: 1 oz / 2000 sq ft
Seeds Per Pound: 2240000
Colors: White Yellow
Growing Season: August - October

The smallest flowered, hardiest, and probably the most common of the native asters. Abundant flower heads on upper branches usually with white petals and yellow centers. Excellent for cutting flowers. Makes a good addition to perennial borders for late season color. Attractive to bees and butterflies. Slender stems that branch to form bushy plants, densely leafy.  Linear leaves less than two inches long.  Best in full sun. 

Photo credited to Jennifer Anderson, hosted by the USDA-NRCS PLANTS Databse.