seeds: Symphyotrichum pilosum (frost aster)

Includes a brochure with instructions on how to sow native seeds.

Seed sowing instructions

code C(60) = needs at least 60 days of cold moist stratification
You can find more information about how to sow native seeds HERE.

Plant information

Symphyotrichum pilosum, frost aster, is a perennial that typically grows to a height of 1 to 3 feet. It produces small, white flowers with yellow centers that bloom from late summer into early fall.

This plant thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soils. It is an excellent choice for pollinator gardens, as it attracts a wide variety of pollinators such as bees, butterflies, and pollinating flies.

seeds: Symphyotrichum pilosum (frost aster)

Name: seeds: Symphyotrichum pilosum (frost aster)
SKU: SEED-SYM-PIL

$4.75

Quantity

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packet 150 seeds

stratification code
C(60)

type: Perennial

sun needs: Full sun

water needs: Moist to dry soils

height: Ht. 2-4'

plant spacing: space 12-18" apart

bloom time: September, October

bloom color: white

A	Seed should germinate when sown in a warm location.
B	Hot water treatment: Bring water to a boil, remove from heat, pour over seeds, and soak for 24 hours.. Generally this is for seed with a thick seedcoat.
C	(# of days of cold moist stratification) Seeds germinate after a period of cold, moist stratification. Mix seeds with a handful of damp vermiculite or clean sand (moist—but not wet). Place mixture in a sealed plastic bag and store in a refrigerator, NOT the freezer.
D	Sow on the surface of the soil. Generally these seeds are very small.
E	These seeds need a 60-90 day warm, moist period followed by a 60-90 day cold, moist period.
F	These seeds need a 60-90 day cold, moist period followed by a 60-90 day warm, moist period followed by a 2nd cold, 60-90 day moist period.
G	Highest germination rate in cool soil.
H	Seeds need scarification: One way this can be achieved is to rub the seed between two sheets of sand paper. If code "C" is also called for, scarify first.
I	Legume Inoculant (more info next year).
J	Legume seeds (more info next year).
K	Parasitic species which needs a host plant.
L	Plant fresh seed or keep seed moist.
M	Best results when seed sown outdoors in the fall for a natural winter.

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seeds: Symphyotrichum pilosum (frost aster)

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type:	Perennial
sun needs:	Full sun
water needs:	Moist to dry soils
height:	Ht. 2-4'
plant spacing:	space 12-18" apart
bloom time:	September, October
bloom color:	white