New England Aster

New England Aster

Symphyotrichum novae-angliae

Formerly Aster novae-angliae. Tall, rhizomatous native perennial with bright lavender to purplish-blue flowers, blooming August to October. Showiest flowers of the asters. Primarily occurs in rich well-drained soils of all textures on moist prairies, meadows, streambanks and roadsides. Pollinated by numerous late-season native bees and honeybees. Larval host for Crescent butterflies. 

Growing Region
  • Intermountain West, Southwest

Species Attributes

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