Prairie Aster
CHARACTERISTICS
Plant Height | 5-20 Inches |
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Seed Count | 400,000 Seeds per LB |
Botanical Name | Machaeranthera tanacetifolia |
Life Cycle | Annual |
Environment | Full Sun |
Preferred Sites | Sandy Loam Soils _ Upland/Grassland |
Bloom Period | August-October |
Flower Color | Purple |
Pollinator Value | Good |
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Description
Prairie Aster
Prairie aster, also known as tansy aster or Tahoka Daisy, is a lower growing annual forb that is native to the southwest and central portions of the United States, but can be grown just about anywhere given proper growing conditions.
- Very good drought tolerance
- Prefers mesic to dry soils with good drainage
- Grows in full sun
- Mature heights to two feet
- Blooms June to August with purple flower and yellow centers
- Annual forb that can re-seed for growth the following years and beyond
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