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Aster divaricatus

Family Compositae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   4a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 30 - 75 cm (1 - 2.5 ft)
Spread 45 - 75 cm (1.5 - 2.5 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture low to moist, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Aster divaricatus (white wood aster) bears showy and white blossoms during late summer to mid-fall. This herbaceous perennial has deep green foliage.
Typical Uses Accent, border, container, cut flowers, edging, ground cover, mass planting, wild flower and woodland.
Special Characteristics Butterflies are attracted to Aster divaricatus . This plant has a natural ability to resist rabbits, and it is tolerant of drought.