Georgia Aster is a beautiful woody perennial in the Asteraceae family. It is typically found in dry woodlands, along sunny edges or disturbed areas. It is one of the brightest Aster’s, blooming from late September to November, creating a show through the Fall. The flowers appear as small white to reddish discs with long blue to violet rays that radiate from the center. The plant spreads by underground roots, also known as rhizomes. Georgia Aster loves to be planted in full sun but can tolerate partial shade and is adaptable to various soil types. Once it is established it is very drought tolerant. It is a great choice as a perennial border or in a native meadow garden, and attracts bees, butterflies, and song birds.
