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Small White Aster

Symphyotrichum racemosum, Asteraceae

Zones
3–8
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Pollinator AttractorBeneficial Insect HabitatPest Confuser

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

5.5 – 8

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Curtis' GoldenrodSolidago curtisii
Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Fendler's AsterSymphyotrichum fendleri

Related aster species compete for root territory and may produce compounds that inhibit nearby congeners

Crooked-stem AsterSymphyotrichum prenanthoides

Related aster species compete for similar woodland edge habitats and resource requirements

Uses

Functions

Late Season Native Bee NectarSpecialist Small FliesTachinid Fly HabitatBeneficial Mite Shelter

Common Questions

What zones does Small White Aster grow in?

Small White Aster grows in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 8.

What are good companion plants for Small White Aster?

Good companions for Small White Aster include Curtis' Goldenrod.

Design guilds with Small White Aster and see companion relationships visually.

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