Symphyotrichum oblongifolium sp. (Fall Aster) nativar Russian Sage makes a great

Russian Sage makes a great replacement

upright perennial in the sunflower family

Aromatic Sumac works well as an anchor plant

medium Sun exposure Part shade to shade Bloom color Purple Bloom time Spring Mature height 1-3 ft Attracts Butterflies

It grows well on wet or dry mesic prairie soil

Symphyotrichum oblongifolium sp. (Fall Aster) nativar Russian Sage makes a greatIf you are creating a wildlife habitat, planting a Fall Aster is a must. This tough perennial may be easily overlooked until the fall when it provides an explosion of bright purple blooms. It is truly a showstopper then. It is adaptable and not fussy about soil, and looks best planted in groupings or surrounded by other perennials. Providing late season nectar for pollinators, Fall Aster is a valuable addition to any pollinator garden. AT A GLANCE