Decurrent False Aster

Boltonia decurrens, Asteraceae

Zones

4–9

Layer

Herbaceous

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Fast

Guild Roles

Pollinator AttractorBeneficial Insect HabitatPest Confuser

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

High (established)High (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Sky Blue AsterSymphyotrichum oolentangiense

Pollinator Sharing

Canada GermanderTeucrium canadense

Beneficial Insect HabitatPest Deterrent

Antagonistic Plants

Alkali Marsh AsterSymphyotrichum adnatum

Related Asteraceae compete for similar wetland habitats and light conditions

Uses

Functions

Late Season Nectar For Migrating MonarchsSupports Hover Flies And Beneficial WaspsAttracts Predatory BeetlesProvides Autumn Pollen For Native BeesSupports Specialist Aster-Feeding Insects

Common Questions

What zones does Decurrent False Aster grow in?

Decurrent False Aster grows in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 9.

What are good companion plants for Decurrent False Aster?

Good companions for Decurrent False Aster include Sky Blue Aster, Canada Germander.

Design guilds with Decurrent False Aster and see companion relationships visually.

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