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large-leaved aster

large-leaved aster

Eurybia macrophylla

perennialβ›… part shadeπŸ’§πŸ’§ moderate waterZone 4a – Zone 8b

A shade-tolerant perennial aster with large, bold foliage and late-season purple to lavender flowers. Excellent for woodland gardens and adding late-season color to shaded borders.

Overview

Form
Upright
Growth Rate
moderate
Size
2–4.6β€² tall Γ— 2–3β€² wide
Dormancy
deciduous

Tolerances & Soil

low

Flood Tolerance

low
Zone 4aZone 8b
1471013
ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 4a to Zone 8b

pH Range

4.96.9
7.0
3.556.589
pH range: 4.9 to 6.9

Soil Texture

Medium, Fine

Seasonality

Bloom Season

J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Season of Interest

SummerFall

Succession Role

mid successional

Native to the United States

Native Range

Eastern North America

Native to: Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, Maryland, Maine, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia

Function & Care

pollinator nectarywildlife benefit

Establishment & Care

Establishment
easy
Maintenance
low
Propagation
seed, division