Leafy Aster

Symphyotrichum foliaceum

Also known as: Leafy-Bracted Aster

Plant Category: wildflowers

Light Conditions:

Sun to Part Shade

Soil Conditions:

Moist to Well Drained

Chinook Exposure:

Moderate to Sheltered

Size:

12-24" T & Spreading

Bloom Period:

July - September

Bloom Colour:

Purple

Growth Habit:

Moderate

Spreads By:

Seeds

Features:

Birds
Butterflies
Bees
Native Bees
Fragrant
Berries
Fall Color
Small Spaces

Large Spaces
Good in Containers
Long Bloom Time
Deer Resistant
Attractive Seed Heads
Edible Parts
Medicinal Properties
Posionous

This item will ship from:

Wild About Flowers

Seed Price: $4.00
"Currently Unavailable"

Plug Price: $5.00

Please Note: Plug orders being shipped have a minimum order requirement of 8 plugs. As the Trees & Shrubs will be coming from Wright Nurseries in central Alberta and the Wildflowers, Grasses & Vines from Wild About Flowers by Okotoks, AB, both categories have a minimum order of 8 plugs for plug orders being shipped.

Description: A versatile wildflower that does well in open or sheltered areas. Found in moist wooded forests or open meadows, this wildflower forms clumps of purple flowers in mid to late summer that are great for bringing in butterflies and bees. A good choice in hard to grow shaded areas, this wildflower will fit well into the urban woodland garden.

Found in Nature: Moist open or wooded habitats

Distribution: Along the Rocky Mountains in Canada and U.S.

Notes: Formerly named Aster foliates

Important Information: The "Bloom Period" is an indicator of the time period within which the wildflowers will bloom and does not describe the time period that a single plant will bloom. The "Sizes" listed are intended to be a general guideline to consult during plant selection. Plant growth and bloom times will vary depending on geographical location & individual site conditions. Please contact us with any questions you may have.