Douglas Aster Seed
Symphyotrichum subspicatum
Perennial. Native to our Willamette Valley meadows. A bee and butterfly favorite for late-season nectar. It’s also a host plant for skipper butterflies! Lavender flowers in late summer/fall. Grow in full sun to light shade, in average, dry or moist soil. Spreads by rhizome, allow ample space for it to thrive and provide for many species. Grows 24-48" tall and wide.
Direct sow in late winter/early spring. Start indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost date.
Once Sown, keep soil evenly moist until seedlings emerge.
Planting Depth: 1/8" deep
Days to Germination: 7 to 21 days
Size: One packet
Symphyotrichum subspicatum
Perennial. Native to our Willamette Valley meadows. A bee and butterfly favorite for late-season nectar. It’s also a host plant for skipper butterflies! Lavender flowers in late summer/fall. Grow in full sun to light shade, in average, dry or moist soil. Spreads by rhizome, allow ample space for it to thrive and provide for many species. Grows 24-48" tall and wide.
Direct sow in late winter/early spring. Start indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost date.
Once Sown, keep soil evenly moist until seedlings emerge.
Planting Depth: 1/8" deep
Days to Germination: 7 to 21 days
Size: One packet
Symphyotrichum subspicatum
Perennial. Native to our Willamette Valley meadows. A bee and butterfly favorite for late-season nectar. It’s also a host plant for skipper butterflies! Lavender flowers in late summer/fall. Grow in full sun to light shade, in average, dry or moist soil. Spreads by rhizome, allow ample space for it to thrive and provide for many species. Grows 24-48" tall and wide.
Direct sow in late winter/early spring. Start indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost date.
Once Sown, keep soil evenly moist until seedlings emerge.
Planting Depth: 1/8" deep
Days to Germination: 7 to 21 days
Size: One packet
