{"product_id":"symphyotrichum-sericeum-silky-aster-100-seeds-native-purple-aster-wildflower-pollinator-garden-plant","title":"Symphyotrichum sericeum – Silky Aster | 100 Seeds | Native Purple Aster Wildflower | Pollinator Garden Plant","description":"Add striking color and texture to your garden with Silky Aster (Symphyotrichum sericeum), a beautiful native wildflower known for its vibrant purple daisy-like flowers and distinctive silvery, silky foliage. Blooming from late summer into fall, this plant provides an important nectar source for butterflies, bees, and other beneficial pollinators.\n\nSilky Aster grows naturally in prairies and rocky open landscapes, making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens, native plant beds, wildflower meadows, and drought-tolerant landscapes. The soft silvery leaves create an attractive contrast with the bright purple flowers, adding visual interest to the garden.\n\nThis hardy perennial thrives in sunny locations with well-draining soil and becomes drought tolerant once established. You will receive seeds similar to those shown in the listing photos.\n\nYou will receive:\n✔️ 100 Silky Aster seeds\n✔️ Botanical name: Symphyotrichum sericeum\n✔️ Fresh seeds for planting\n✔️ Ideal for pollinator and native gardens\n✔️ Secure packaging for safe delivery\n\n🌼 Growing Information\nCommon Name: Silky Aster\nBotanical Name: Symphyotrichum sericeum\nPlant Type: Native perennial wildflower\nGrowth Stage: Seed\nSun Requirements: Full sun\nSoil: Well-draining soil; tolerant of dry or rocky soils\nWatering: Low to moderate once established\nMature Height: 1–2 feet\nGrowth Rate: Moderate\nUSDA Zones: 3–8\nContainer Friendly: Yes, with well-draining soil and sunlight\n\n💡 Care Tip:\nFor best germination, sow seeds outdoors in fall for natural cold stratification, or refrigerate seeds in a moist medium for about 30 days before spring planting. Avoid overly rich soils to maintain the plant’s compact growth habit.","brand":"FaithFolkStudio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51589401379137,"sku":null,"price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0980\/0758\/0993\/files\/3f7c7c97-il_fullxfull.7854021127_luru.jpg?v=1775786992","url":"https:\/\/faithfolkstudio.com\/products\/symphyotrichum-sericeum-silky-aster-100-seeds-native-purple-aster-wildflower-pollinator-garden-plant","provider":"FaithFolkStudio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}