Aster, Red-Stemmed
Symphotrichum puniceum
A MN native that typically occurs in the swampy ground of spring-fed meadows. Very tall growing species with an abundance of small light violet-blue flowers with yellow centers in autumn. This late-blooming aster still looks fresh past the first frost. Attractive to butterflies.
Size: 4-8 inches
Zone: 2 – 9
Light: Full sun