Short's Aster

Symphyotrichum shortii

Short’s Aster is a taller, shade-loving aster that provides abundant light bluish-purple fall blooms. The flowers attract hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees. A variety of birds will eat the seeds, including cardinals, chickadees, finches, nuthatches and more.

Sun Exposure: Partial, Shade

Soil Moisture: Medium to Medium-Dry

Height: 3 feet

Bloom Time: August to October