Deep Landscape Plug, Native Perennial in the Asteraceae family
Other names: Symphyotrichum ericoides, Heath aster
Height: 1-3 feet
Spread: 1-2 feet, spreads from rhizomes and can be aggressive when planted in disturbed sites
USDA Hardiness Zone: 3-10
Bloom Color: White with yellow centers
Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
Attributes: Drought tolerant, naturalizing, cut flower, prairie restoration, thrives in disturbed sites and healthy habitats alike, pollinator garden
Flowering Months: August-October
Attracts Wildlife: Butterflies, pollinators
Foliage Color: Green
Soil Preference: dry to moist, tolerates a wide range of moisture and soil types such as rocky or limestone soil