New England Aster

Symphyotrichum novae-angliae

Landscape Focus

A tall structural perennial used to provide bold late-season color and pollinator habitat in sunny prairie plantings.

Plant Details

Soil Type: Loam, Clay

Soil Moisture: Medium, Moist

Sun Exposure: Full Sun

Height: 3' - 6'

Spacing: 18" - 24"

Bloom Color: Purple

Bloom Time: September, October

Root Type: Fibrous, clump-forming

Benefits: Butterflies, Pollinators, Late-season Nectar

Plant Description

New England Aster is one of the most important fall-blooming prairie plants, producing vivid purple flowers that support migrating monarchs and other pollinators. It thrives in full sun and average to moist soils. Pinching stems in early summer can encourage bushier growth and more flowers. Cut back in spring to maintain vigor.