Aster divaricatus ‘Eastern Star’
Aster divaricatus 'Eastern Star' is a shade aster with jet black stems and clouds of tiny white flowers in fall.
Aster divaricatus ‘Eastern Star’, the white wood aster, now known scientifically as Eurybia divaricata, was originally discovered in coastal Rhode Island. It is shorter than the standard species and has deep, dark, shining, mahogany-black stems. The small but numerous white flowers have yellow centres that age to burgundy red. A must for the shade garden and tolerant of dry shade which makes it a real bonus. Can also be grown in sunny conditions with even moisture where plants will be more upright.
Common Name: Wood Aster
Family: Asparagaceae (The Asparagus Family)
Zone Hardiness: 4-9
Light: Full Shade, Part Shade, Part Sun
Height: 12-24"
Width: 12-24"
Primary Bloom Colour: White/Cream
Secondary Bloom Colour: Yellow
Bloom Time: Summer - Fall
Foliage Colour: Green
Class: Deciduous
Type: Perennial
Soil Moisture: Average, Dry
Stem Colour: Black
Fragrance: No
Berries:
Benefits: Bees, Butterflies
Deer Resistant: Yes
BC Native: No
Native Habitat: Deciduous woods and roadsides.
Award: GPP
Geographical Origin:
