Symphyotrichum firmum (Aster firmus) (Shining Aster) | |||
Latin Name: Symphyotrichum firmum (Aster firmus) Common Name: Shining Aster Communities: Bioretention, Sedge Meadow, Wet Prairie PlantTypes: Forb Sun: Sun Height: 3-4 Ft Color: Lavender Flower Season: Sept-Oct Seed Cost per Ounce: $54.00 Seed Cost per Pound: $810.00 USDA: Symphyotrichum firmum (Aster firmus) Notes: Symphyotrichum firmum, or commonly known as Shining Aster, has pale lavender flowers that emerge in late September on 3 to 4 foot plants. Attractive shiny dark green foliage all season. Native to wet prairies, it performs well in moist soil and full sun. |
|