Symphyotrychum drummondii

I’ve long admired this native perennial for its ability to bloom well even in shaded areas. It has broad leaves for an Aster and sturdy stems to display its fall floral show. Drummond’s Aster puts forth numerous small white to lavender flower heads that can brighten up any shaded fall garden. The small disk florets in the center of the flower head are yellow when fresh then turn dusky purple as they age. This is a tough plant that will grow in a variety of soil types and light exposures.