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Photo courtesy Alan Cressler, Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center
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butterfly friendly
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bee friendly
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deer resistant

Purple-stemmed Aster

Symphyotrichum puniceum

As the name suggests, this native aster sports purple stems.  Also known as Swamp Aster, can be found in our swamp and wetter areas. It is easily grown in average, wet, well-drained soil in full sun, and easily self-seeds.  A favorite of many of our native bees.

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Bloom Season:
Mid Summer - Mid Fall
Flower Colors:
Purple,  White
Soil Tolerance:
Average,  Moist
Height: 2-7 feet
Spread: 2-3 feet
Perennial