Symphyotrichum shortii (NGN)
Short's Aster
Purple mist of blooms in a forest or shady garden in autumn. The centers of the flowers start out yellow but turn brick red after pollination. Attracts butterflies, bees and parasitic wasps. Will self-sow and spread throughout an area, but individual plants are short-lived.
- Height: 24" – 36"
- Width: 24" – 36"
- Soil Conditions: Dry
- Flower Color: Purple
- Bloom Time: August, September, October
- Hardiness Zone: 5 To 8
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Plant Characteristics - Symphyotrichum shortii (NGN)
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Attributes
- Drought Tolerant
- Salt Tolerant
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Attracts Wildlife
- Attracts Wildlife
- Attracts Butterflies
- Attracts Pollinators
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Critter Resistance
- Deer Resistant
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Plant Habit
- Vase Shaped
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Light Conditions
- Shade to Part Sun
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Native Plant Community
- Savanna
- Woodland
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Flower Color
- Purple
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Flower Hue
- Light
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Flower Type
- Head
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Flower Height
- 24" to 36"
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Foliage Color
- Green
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Leaf Texture
- Medium
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Flower Form
- Single
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Flower Size
- 3/4"
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Soil Moisture
- Dry
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Prune Time
- Jan/Feb/March
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Growth Rate
- Fast
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Origin
- 90 Miles From Mg
Possible Substitutions for Symphyotrichum shortii (NGN)
Solidago flexicaulis (NGN)
Zigzag Goldenrod
Matching Attributes
- Plant Habit: Vase Shaped
- Height: 24" – 36"
Euphorbia corollata (NGN)
Flowering Spurge
Matching Attributes
- Plant Habit: Vase Shaped
- Height: 24" – 36"
Solidago ulmifolia (NGN)
Elm-leaved Goldenrod
Matching Attributes
- Plant Habit: Vase Shaped
- Height: 24" – 36"
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