Georgia aster

Plant Type

Herbaceous Wildflower

Life Cycle

Perennial

Typical Size

1.5-3 ft. tall
3-4 ft. wide

Tolerant of

Drought

Inolerant of

Poorly Drained Soil

Propagation

By seed, By cutting, By division

Plant Propagation Notes

Cross pollination is required for viable seed. Seed requires up to 3 months cold moist stratification. Cuttings take best when more than one node is under the propagation media.

Plant Planting Notes

Spreads by rhizomes, so provide enough space for approximately 3-4 ft of spread.

Plants/Diseases

No significant disease or pest issues.

Wildlife Benefits

Nectar/pollen source for pollinating insects

Leaves

Leaves alternate, simple, and clasping the stem; hairy.

Flowers

Composite “heads” with disc and ray flowers. Ray flowers long, narrow, and dark purple.

Fruit

Achene

Bark

Stems are hairy and brown/copper in color.

Toxicity

No known toxicity.

USDA Hardiness Zones

3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9

Light Exposure

Full Sun

Soil Moisture

Dry, Medium

Soil Drainage

Well-drained

Soil pH

Acidic (less than 6.0), Neutral (6.0-8.0)

Native in South Carolina?

Yes

Plant Native Habitat

Dry, rocky woodlands, disturbed open habitats; particularly areas that would have experienced wildfire/controlled burns.

Global Conservation Status (NatureServe)

Vulnerable (G3)

Federal Conservation Status (USFWS)

Not Listed

Distribution Notes

Considered threatened in South Carolina and rare throughout the state.