Despite its name, False Aster looks very similar to true asters, with small white to pale lavender daisy-like flowers, but it belongs to a different genus (Boltonia).
Its tough foliage and bitter taste make it less appealing to herbivores, so it’s a reliable option for wildlife-friendly gardens.
Despite its name, False Aster looks very similar to true asters, with small white to pale lavender daisy-like flowers, but it belongs to a different genus (Boltonia).
Its tough foliage and bitter taste make it less appealing to herbivores, so it’s a reliable option for wildlife-friendly gardens.
Bloom: late summer to fall
Habitats: alluvial meadows; ditches; marshes; openings in floodplain forests; prairie swales; soggy thickets
Lifespan: perennial
Moisture: wet to moist
Plant type (height): forb (3 to 5 feet)
Requirements: full sun to partial sun
Soil: fertile loamy soil
