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Common Name(s)

Calico Aster

Botanical Name

Symphyotrichum lateriflorum

Family

Asteraceae

Origin

Eastern Canada to northern Florida

Description

Perennial wildflower to 3 ft.

Flowering Season

Fall

Exposure

Filtered light

Moisture

Average (well-drained)

Nectar Value

3/5 Good nectar source

FM Stock #

347

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