Lady in Black Calico Aster Seeds - Flower Plant

Lady In Black Calico Aster is a perennial flowering plant known for its dark foliage, branching stems, and clusters of small daisy-like blooms. This ornamental wildflower grows well in borders, pollinator gardens, naturalized landscapes, and meadow plantings. It performs best in full sun to partial shade with well-drained soil and adapts to a range of temperate growing conditions.

Features

• Produces clusters of small daisy-like flowers
• Dark foliage with upright branching growth
• Suitable for pollinator and meadow gardens
• Adapted to temperate climate conditions
• Performs well in sun or partial shade
• Suitable for borders and naturalized landscapes

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Symphyotrichum lateriflorum
• Common Name (US): Calico Aster
• Seed Type / Variety: Lady In Black Variety
• Growth Habit: Upright herbaceous perennial
• USDA Zones: 4-8
• Planting Season: Spring or fall
• Growing Season: Spring through fall
• Sowing Season: February to May or September to October
• Germination Time and Conditions: 2-4 weeks in soil temperatures around 65-75°F (18-24°C)
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained loamy or sandy soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate watering
• Mature Plant Size: 2-4 feet tall, 1-3 feet spread
• Plant Spacing: 18-24 inches apart