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Prairie Aster
Aster tanacetifolious
Brilliant purple blooms with yellow centers
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| Height Range: | 12 - 24 inches |
| Seeds Per Pound: | 560000 |
| Colors: | Purple Yellow |
| Growing Season: | June - August |
Prairie Aster is also called Tansy Aster or Tahoka Daisy. It not an aster at all, but blooms strongly resemble asters. This annual prefers full sun but tolerates partial sun. Sandy to loamy soil is preferred in well drained areas. Water requirements are moderate and primarily just before and during blooming as it is rather drought tolerant. They are very attractive to numerous bees and butterflies. Flowers make great cut flowers. Cut the flower early after blooming and leave stems long.
Image credited to Clarence A. Rechenthin, Courtesy of USDA NRCS Texas State Office, hosted by the USDA - NRCS PLANTS Database
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