Aromatic Aster, Symphyotrichum oblongifolium
Consortium of Midwest Herbaria
Life Cycle: Perennial
Sun Exposure: Full
Soil Moisture: Medium-Dry, Dry
Height: 2 feet
Bloom Time: August, September, October, November
Bloom Color: Purple
Advantages: Pollinator Favorite: butterflies, bees. Bird favorite: seeds, insects: recommended for home landscaping
Disadvantage: Potentially aggressive
USDA Zones: 3-8
Plant Spacing: 12-18''
Aromatic Aster is one of the last Aster species to bloom in the fall. Enjoy blooms well into October, even into November in some parts of the US. The stiff stems will branch out slowly to create a bush-like appearance and will completely covered in light purple flowers when blooming. The flowers will turn reddish purple as they
mature. Despite the name, the flowers have no aroma, but the leaves do when crushed
mature. Despite the name, the flowers have no aroma, but the leaves do when crushed
Aromatic Aster has fibrous roots and spreads via rhizomes. Full sun and drier soils are preferred but average soil is tolerated if it drains well. Another scientific name in use is Aster oblongifolius.
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