Symphyotrichum oblongifolium sp. (Fall Aster) nativar part sun Bloom color Yellow

part sun Bloom color Yellow Bloom time Winter

It grows well on wet or dry mesic prairie soil

medium Sun exposure Part shade to shade Bloom color Purple Bloom time Spring Mature height 1-3 ft Attracts Butterflies

upright perennial in the sunflower family

Symphyotrichum oblongifolium sp. (Fall Aster) nativar part sun Bloom color YellowIf you are creating a wildlife habitat, planting a Fall Aster is a must. This tough perennial may be easily overlooked until the fall when it provides an explosion of bright purple blooms. It is truly a showstopper then. It is adaptable and not fussy about soil, and looks best planted in groupings or surrounded by other perennials. Providing late season nectar for pollinators, Fall Aster is a valuable addition to any pollinator garden. AT A GLANCE