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Heath Aster : Aster ericoides

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heath aster

Family: Asteraceae

Above:panicles of flowers, Below: heath aster & goldenrod Use: prairies, natural gardens, meadows, erosion control
heath aster with goldenrod at moraine hills state park

Plant: spreading perennial to 4'

Origin: North American prairie states and provinces

Zone
: 4 - 8

Flowers
: half inch, typical composite flower with bright white rays

Foliage: small, scae-like leaves similar to heaths

Culture
: full sun to part sun in well drained soil. Drought tolerant. Aggressive. Give plenty of space for spreading.



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