Plant Type: Herbaceous
Climate Zones: Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7
Light Levels: Full Sun, Part Sun
Water Needs: Low, Moderate
Maintenance Needs: Low
Season of Interest: Fall
Average Height: 18-24"
Soil Type: Moist Tolerant
Soil pH: Neutral
Soil Drainage: Well-Drained
Attract Wildlife: Attracts Bees, Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Pollinators
Tolerances: Deer Resistant
Native Plants: Northeastern U.S. Native
Colors: Purple
Other: Nice Fall Foliage, Pollinator Attracting
Aster oblongifolius, commonly known as fragrant aster, is a native perennial that reaches heights of 2-3 feet and produces vibrant purple flowers in the fall. Ideal for attracting butterflies and other pollinators, it thrives in full sun to part shade and well-drained soil.