Symphyotrichum lateriflorum

Side-flowering Aster

Reddish-brown stems with white flowers; has a propensity to develop colonies. Attracts butterflies, bees and parasitic wasps.

  • Height: 24" – 36"
  • Width: 12" – 18"
  • Soil Conditions: Moist
  • Flower Color: White
  • Bloom Time: September, October
  • Hardiness Zone: 5 To 8
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  • Plant Characteristics

  • Attributes

    • Fall Color
    • Rain Garden Shade
    • Rain Garden Sun
    • Drought Tolerant
  • Attracts Wildlife

    • Attracts Wildlife
    • Attracts Butterflies
    • Attracts Pollinators
  • Plant Habit

    • Upright
  • Light Conditions

    • Sun to Part Shade
  • Native Plant Community

    • Wet Prairie
    • Savanna
    • Woodland
  • Flower Color

    • White
  • Flower Hue

    • Medium
  • Flower Type

    • Head
  • Flower Height

    • 24" to 36"
  • Foliage Color

    • Green
  • Leaf Texture

    • Coarse
  • Flower Form

    • Single
  • Flower Size

    • 1/2"
  • Soil Moisture

    • Moist
  • Prune Time

    • Jan/Feb/March
  • Growth Rate

    • Average
  • Origin

    • 90 Miles From Mg