Soil: Well-drained loamy, sandy, or clay soils; adaptable to various soil types
Height: 3-4 feet
Bloom Time: Late summer to fall
Lifespan: Perennial
Growth Habit: Upright, clumping wildflower
Additional Information: Panicled Aster is a robust perennial known for its numerous branched stems adorned with sprays of tiny star-like white flowers from mid-summer to fall. Each blossom features 20-40 white rays surrounding a center disc that transitions from pale yellow to reddish with age. The plant thrives in moist open areas, including shores, riverbanks, forest edges, meadows, ditches, and swales. It can reach heights of up to 4 feet and often forms dense colonies, especially in disturbed areas. The pronounced curling habit of its dead leaves is a distinctive identification feature. Panicled Aster attracts a variety of pollinators, including bees, butterflies, flies, beetles, and moths, making it a valuable addition to native plant gardens, pollinator-friendly landscapes, and naturalized areas.
