White Wood Aster
(Eurybia divaricata)
Other Information
Physical Characteristics
Type: Herbaceous Perennial
Height: 1 - 2 ft
Spread: 1 - 2 ft
Flower Color: White with Yellow
Flower Time: Late Summer (Aug - Sep)
Fruit Type: Achene
Fruit Color: Brown
Autumn Color: Insignificant
Sun Conditions: Part Shade / Full Shade
Shade Tolerance: High
Moisture Preference: Low / Medium
Deer Resistance*: Medium
Dog Safe**: Insufficient Info
Conservation Status (MD): SNR - Unranked
Other Names: Aster divaricatus
*Deer resistance can vary based on many factors
**Always consult with a veterinarian about plants toxic to dogs and other animals
Wildlife Benefits:
White Wood Aster flowers are a pollen and nectar source for bees and other pollinators. The seeds are eaten by birds and small mammals. It is also a larval host for the Pearl Crescent butterfly.