White upland aster

Solidago ptarmicoides, Asteraceae

Zones

3–8

Layer

Herbaceous

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Moderate

Guild Roles

Pollinator AttractorBeneficial Insect HabitatPest Confuser

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 8

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Pacific AsterSymphyotrichum chilense

Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

Willowleaf AsterSymphyotrichum praealtum

Pollinator Sharing

Ohio GoldenrodOligoneuron ohioense

Pollinator Sharing

Antagonistic Plants

Hoary CressLepidium draba

Invasive hoary cress produces compounds that suppress native goldenrod species

Uses

Functions

Attracts Specialized Prairie Sweat Bees And Leafcutter BeesSupports Predatory Soldier Beetles And Flower FliesProvides Late Summer Nectar For Migrating ButterfliesHosts Beneficial Minute Pirate Bugs And LacewingsWhite Flowers Attract Nocturnal Beneficial Moths

Medicinal Uses

Wound HealingAnti-Inflammatory

Common Questions

What zones does White upland aster grow in?

White upland aster grows in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 8.

What are good companion plants for White upland aster?

Good companions for White upland aster include Pacific Aster, Willowleaf Aster, Ohio Goldenrod.

Design guilds with White upland aster and see companion relationships visually.

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