Native perennial in the Asteraceae (daisy) family, deep landscape plug
Other names: Symphiotrichum oblongifolium
Height: 15 in
Spread: 2 ft, fast growth rate
Zone: 5-8
Exposure: full sun
Attributes: Pollinator garden, fragrant, clay soil, drought tolerant
Foliage: green and aromatic
Bloom: light purple daisy-like petals with golden centers, blooming in October
Soil preference: Moist to dry
Host plant for silvery checkerspot butterfly
Black walnut (juglone) tolerant