Symphyotrichum cordifolium-Heart-leaved Aster

Heart-leaved Aster is one of the few native asters that don’t care for full sun and instead brighten up shady areas with their abundant late-season blooms. Its dark green, coarsely toothed leaves provide a lush backdrop for clusters of small, daisy-like flowers that bloom in shades of pale blue to lavender in the fall when most other plants have finished. This makes them an invaluable late-season food source for pollinators, who flock to the delicate blooms. Highly adaptable and easy to grow, it is an excellent choice for anyone looking to brighten up shaded areas or fill in tricky spots under trees. Makes a great cut flower.

Sun: Partial, Shade

Soil: Medium, Medium-Dry

Bloom Time: September, October

Color: Blue

Height: 3 ft