Aromatic Aster
(Symphyotrichum oblongifolium)
Other Information
Physical Characteristics
Type: Herbaceous Perennial
Height: 1 - 3 ft
Spread: 1 - 3 ft
Flower Color: Purple / Lavender
Flower Time: Early Fall (Sep - Nov)
Fruit Type: Seed Capsule
Fruit Color: Brown / Tan
Autumn Color: Insignificant
Sun Conditions: Full Sun
Shade Tolerance: Low
Moisture Preference: Low / Medium
Deer Resistance*: High
Dog Safe**: Yes
Conservation Status (MD): S4 - Apparently Secure
Other Names: Aster oblongifolius
*Deer resistance can vary based on many factors
**Always consult with a veterinarian about plants toxic to dogs and other animals
Wildlife Benefits:
Aromatic Aster is a late-season pollen and nectar source for a variety of bees and other pollinators. It is larval host for the Silvery Checkerspot and up to 109 species of caterpillars. Song and game birds can use the seeds as a food source.
