Purplestem Aster
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Symphyotrichum puniceum
Commonly known as swamp aster, glossy-leaf aster, marsh aster, purplestem aster, and purple-stemmed aster.
This beautiful aster typically occurs in the swampy ground of spring-fed meadows. Growing to an average height of 4'-8' it's one of the taller asters you can have in your garden, working well in the back of the border or for naturalizing in a wildflower or native planting area. May be grown in low spots or in wet locations near water. The blooms are 1.5" across and appear abundantly on this herbaceous perennial. It also is a favorite of native bees!
Height: 4'-8'
Spread: 2'-3'
Bloom: July-August
Light: Full Sun-Part Shade
Water: Medium-High
Zone: 2-9
Origin: Texas, eastern North America
Spring Shipping:
Orders are shipped within 7-10 business days. We will email you if there are expected delays.
When you order plants from our nursery, you can expect them to arrive in the best possible condition. Our team carefully packs each order using sturdy, biodegradable packaging materials.
Your plants' appearance may vary depending on the season and their current growth stage. We may cut back the leafy growth of some plants to prepare them for shipment and transplanting.
5 Gallon and Up: Any plant purchased to ship over 5 Gallons will be shipped bare root. This means we will remove the plant from its original pot, remove the soil surrounding the roots, and wrap the roots with a biodegradable plastic bag. This reduces weight and the likelihood of damage during shipping.
Once your plants arrive, it is essential to plant them as soon as possible. This will help them rebound and thrive. If you cannot plant immediately, water regularly and keep the roots off heat-conducting surfaces.
Newly transplanted plants often require more water until their roots are well established. Plan to water them 1-3 times weekly for the first few months.
