Heart-leaved Aster

Symphyotrichum cordifolium

A lovely keystone species which can thrive in a variety of habitats from meadows to woodlands or the spaces in between. It spreads vigorously by seed, so it's best suited for naturalized landscapes. Also called Blue Wood Aster.

BLOOM TIME

August
September
October

SUNLIGHT

Partial Sun
Partial Shade

SOIL TYPE

Well Drained
Dry
Moist
Texture (Sand)
Texture (Loam)
pH Neutral 6.0-8.0

HEIGHT

1-3'

CATERPILLAR SPECIES HOSTED

10-100

WILDLIFE BENEFITED

Caterpillars, Pollinators, Birds, Mammals

Plant Datasheet

Artist: Claire Luce Baldwin

Photo Credit: Maine Audubon