Symphyotrichum oblongifolium (Fall Aster 'October Skies') sun in the dappled shade of

in the dappled shade of a woodland's edge it is more open and airy in appearance

but it is fairly adaptable

It may be single or have multiple offsets

unripe fruit

Symphyotrichum oblongifolium (Fall Aster 'October Skies') sun in the dappled shade ofIf you are creating a wildlife habitat and care about bees, 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 autumn pollen and nectar for bees as well as butterflies, fall aster is a valuable addition