Aster divaricatus 'Eastern Star'

Aster - Wood

'Eastern Star' White Wood Aster is shorter than the species and has dark burgundy stems to set off the white daisy-like flowers better. 'Eastern Star' blooms in September and October, and tolerates poor soils. An introduction from Canyon Creek Nursery from a plant from coastal Rhode Island (New name is Eurybia divaricata).

PRN Preferred: More compact than the species, flowers even in dry shade.

Height

18 Inches

Spread

18 Inches

Bloom Color

White

USDA Hardiness Zone

Characteristics & Attributes

Attributes

•	Cut Flower
•	Deer Resistant
•	Habit: Compact
•	Native

Soil Conditions

•	Average
•	Dry

Bloom Time

•

Fall

Exposure

•	Partial Shade/Shade Tolerant
•	Sun

Special Recognition

•	PRN Preferred Selection

Attracts Wildlife

•	Attracts Butterflies
•	Attracts Pollinators

Tolerance

•	Black Walnut Tolerant
•	Drought Tolerant
•	Dry Shade Tolerant

Foliage Color

•

Green

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