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Aster ericoides

Heath Aster

A clumping, bushy perennial producing white florets with yellow centres. Can be found growing naturally along roadsides.

  • »  AKA Symphyotrichum ericoides
  • »  Numerous, small, white, daisy-like florets with yellow centres
  • »  Hairy, green stems turn brown as the plant matures
  • »  Naturally found in open, rocky woods, prairies and along roads and railroads
  • »  Bloom Time: Summer to fall

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  • Category:Perennials
  • Hardiness Zone:3
  • Height:30-60 cm
  • Spread:30-50 cm
  • Bloom Color: White
Exposure
• Full Sun
• Partial Sun/Shade
Soil Moisture
• Moist to Average
• Average to Dry Soils
• Well-drained
Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Butterflies
Growth Rate
• Medium
Attributes
• Native to Ontario
• Drought Tolerant
• Low Maintenance
Flowering Time
• Lt. Sum-Fall
• Fall
Habit
• Mounding
Foliage Color
• Green
Landscape uses
• Ground cover
• Naturalizing
• Roadside planting
• Rock garden
Planting instructions
• Container Plants
Additional Information about Aster ericoides

Native to Ontario

Growing & Maintenance Tips for Aster ericoides

 Best grown in an average, dry to medium, well-drained soil in full sun. Does well in sandy, clay or poor soils and tolerates drought.