Rescue Propagated- This plant was propagated from plants rescued by the Native Plant Rescue Project

White Heath Aster

Symphyotrichum ericoides

Family- Aster

Light Requirements- Sun, Part Shade

Wildlife Benefit- Bees, Butterflies, Moths

Larval Host Plant- Pearl Crescent Butterfly and Wavy-Lined Emerald Moth

Bloom Time- Sept-November

Leaf Retention- Deciduous

Life Span- Perennial

Height- 1’- 3’

Width- 2’-3’

Native Habitat- Grassland, Woodland

Additional Information- Great fall bloomer for butterfly gardens. It can spread by rhizomes or reseeding. In the fall it will provide numerous small white flowers.

Biodegradable Pots

This plant is potted in a biodegradable pot. Whenever possible KNP uses biodegradable pots. They are a great alternative to plastic pots. Biodegradable pots can be planted directly into the ground. I recommend not taking the plants out of the pot before planting, this reduces transplant shock which makes for happy plants!

Biodegradable Pot Size Information

Small- 4” Wide Top, 2.5” Wide Base, 3.75” Tall (Similar to Standard 4” Pot)

Medium- 5.25” Wide Top, 3.25” Wide Base, 5” Tall

Large- 7" Wide Top, 4.5" Wide Base, 6.125" Tall (Similar to Gallon Size Pot)