Non-native plants this species can replace:
Common Name
Aromatic aster
Plant Form
Herbs
Duration
Perennial
Max Height (ft)
3.0
Width (ft)
1.0 -
3.0
Growth Rate
Medium
Region
Coastal
Piedmont
Mountain
Hardiness Zone
5,
6,
7,
8
Commercially available
Yes
Rabbit resistant
Yes
Additional Info
Habitat: Dry rocky woodlands, barrens, cliffs, and outcrops over moderately to strongly calcareous rocks, including limestone, dolostone, metabasalt, certain shales, and metasiltstone. Infrequent to locally common in the mountains; rare in the Piedmont.
Wildlife Value: Members of the genus Symphyotrichum support the specialized bees.
Flower Color
Blue
Pink
Purple/lavender
Flower Prominence
Conspicuous
Fragrant
Yes
Bloom Time
Late Summer
Fall
Light Requirements
Full sun
Moisture Requirements
Moist
Dry
Low Maintenance
Yes
Deer Resitant
Yes
Pollinators
Bees
Butterfiles
Top 30 for Butterfly and Moth Caterpillars?
Yes
Number of Lepidotera Species Genus Supports
112
Top 30 for Pollen Specialist Bees?
Yes
Number of Pollen Specialist Bees that Rely on this Genus
33
Nurseries that may carry live plant
Carries Seeds (may not be available)