Symphyotrichum firmum – Shining Aster | 100 Seeds | Native Purple Aster Wildflower | Pollinator Garden Plant
$9.99
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Add vibrant late-season color to your garden with Shining Aster (Symphyotrichum firmum), a hardy native wildflower known for its bright lavender to purple daisy-like blooms with golden centers. Flowering in late summer through fall, this plant provides an important nectar source for butterflies, bees, and other pollinators when many other flowers have finished blooming.
Shining Aster grows naturally in moist meadows and open landscapes, making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens, wildflower plantings, rain gardens, and native plant landscapes. Its upright stems and abundant flowers create a beautiful display while supporting beneficial insects.
This adaptable perennial is easy to grow and thrives in sunny locations with moist to average soils. You will receive seeds similar to those shown in the listing photos.
You will receive:
✔️ 100 Shining Aster seeds
✔️ Botanical name: Symphyotrichum firmum
✔️ Fresh seeds for planting
✔️ Ideal for pollinator and native gardens
✔️ Secure packaging for safe delivery
🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Shining Aster
Botanical Name: Symphyotrichum firmum
Plant Type: Native perennial wildflower
Growth Stage: Seed
Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial sun
Soil: Moist, well-draining soil
Watering: Moderate; prefers consistent moisture
Mature Height: 2–4 feet
Growth Rate: Moderate
USDA Zones: 3–8
Container Friendly: Yes, with adequate sunlight and moisture
💡 Care Tip:
For best germination, sow seeds outdoors in fall to allow natural cold stratification, or refrigerate seeds in a moist medium for about 30 days before spring planting. Plants benefit from occasional trimming to maintain a compact shape.
Symphyotrichum firmum – Shining Aster | 100 Seeds | Native Purple Aster Wildflower | Pollinator Garden Plant
$9.99