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Symphyotrichum pilosum (Aster ericoides)
frost aster
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.
photo by Will Van Hemessen
Symphyotrichum pilosum (frost aster)
$10.50Price
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 salt tolerant. Some salt exposure should not be fatal to the plant but some leaf burning may still occur. Moderately Deer resistant (please note that does not mean deer proof). Can grow in a container Can be aggressive. Can handle roadside conditions Good in a rain garden
