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USDA, NRCS. 2012. The PLANTS Database (http://plants.usda.gov, 5 October 2012). National Plant Data Team, Greensboro, NC 27401-4901 USA. Typical inventory plug

Aster puniceus

Purple stemmed aster

Found along creeks and the edge of ponds, Aster puniceus is a great naturalizer plant for moist areas. This aster has light blue, widely spread, slender petals.

The flowers are attractive to a variety of pollinators, including butterflies, moths, and bees. Prefers wet to moist soils in full sun to partial shade. 


Height:

4-8 ft

Spread:

2-3 ft

USDA Hardiness Zone:

3-8

Bloom Color:

Light Blue

Aster puniceus Characteristics

Exposure

  • Full Sun to Partial Shade

Attracts Wildlife

  • Butterflies

Soil Moisture Preference

  • Wet to Moist

Attributes

  • Naturalizing
  • Cut Flower

Flowering Months

  • October
  • September
  • August

Foliage Color

  • Green

Interesting Notes:

AKA Symphyotrichum punecium

For more information on this plant, visit the USDA PLANTS Database:http://plants.usda.gov/java/profile?symbol=SYPUP