White woodland aster typically starts flowering in late summer or early fall, usually between August and October.
white woodland aster
Symphyotrichum lateriflorum
The white woodland aster (Symphyotrichum lateriflorum) is a blooming perennial plant with tiny white flowers. This plant grows to be 2 to 4 feet tall and can be found in woodlands or meadows. It grows best in moist, well-drained soil and prefers full to partial sun. It blooms in late summer and can bring colour to garden areas. It’s a great choice for a wildlife garden, to attract butterflies and other insects. This plant is also a great source of nectar for pollinators. With its small and delicate flowers, it may look fragile, but this species is actually quite hardy.
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Seed Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
4 - 8
Flowers:
White with reddish-purple centers Flowers In Autumn
Sun:
Full sun
Soil:
Well-drained
Fruits:
brown Fruits In Autumn Ready In Fall
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
High
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
White woodland aster typically prefers light, moist soil. Water regularly once or twice a week, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. When watering, keep the water at the base of the plant rather than watering from overhead. Water thoroughly once per week in the summer and every other week in the winter.
sunlight
White woodland aster plants prefer partial to full sunlight. They should be placed in areas that receive 5 to 7 hours of direct sunlight each day for optimal growth. In the warmer months of the year, these plants require full sun for most of the day, with indirect light in the peak of the midday for afternoon shade. During the cooler months, they prefer light shade in the mornings and direct sunlight to thrive in the afternoons.
pruning
White woodland aster should be pruned in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. Pruning should only be done when the plant is dormant and all of its leaves have dropped. This pruning should only remove any dead wood or stems that are growing in the wrong direction. If necessary, lightly prune the center of the plant to remove any excess stems, but try not to reduce the size of the plant too drastically. Prune the stems right above a node and the remaining stem should be cut slightly in an angle. This pruning encourages air circulation and new plant growth.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering
Harvest Fruit
The best time to start harvesting the fruits from Symphyotrichum lateriflorum is in September and October.
Starts Flowering
White woodland aster typically starts flowering in late summer or early fall, usually between August and October.
