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Aster ericoides
White Heath Aster
A low, dense groundcover that is smothered in 1/2" single white flowers with gold centers in September. A good strong grower and a totally new look and use for an aster. Narrow grey-green foliage is a great host plant for many varieties of butterflies. Easy to grow, this tolerant perennial thrives as a groundcover in dry conditions. Butterflies flock to the masses of tiny flowers for nectar in early fall.
Benefits
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Lightly fragrant flowers attract butterflies |
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A favorite of the Pearl Crescent butterfly |
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Thrives in dry, open sites |
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Rhizomatous root system helps stabilize soils |
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Deer resistant while providing great cover |
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Perfect groundcover for dry shade |
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips
Easy to grow, low maintenance plant for tough areas like dry shade.
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USDA Hardiness Zone 4 or 5 -8
Native Range
Dry, shaded, well-drained soils from Maine to Georgia west to New Mexico excluding the Carolinas, Florida and Louisiana
Native Trivia
Native Asters offer a huge selection of plants for late season interest. Using several different types in your garden will bring a 12 to 16 week period of constant bloom attracting a wide range of butterflies and moths throughout that time.
"While you'll love its flowers and easy to grow nature, I love the cover it's dense foliage provides!"
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Good Companions
Butterfly Weed
(Asclepias tuberosa)
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