Eurybia divaricata

white wood-aster

White wood aster is one of several native flowers that thrive in the dry, acidic shade so typical of New England. Blooming well into fall and yielding fluffy bunches of seeds thereafter, this easy-going species works just as well in all but full-sun.

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Height: 12-24 in
Spread: 12-18 in
Hardiness Zone: 3-8


Bloom Color: White

Characteristics & Attributes

Cultivation Status
• Species
Exposure
• Sun
• Part Shade
• Shade
Soil Moisture
• Dry
• Average
Ecoregion
• (82) Acadian Plains and Hills
• (58) Northeastern Highlands
• (84) Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens
• (59) Northeastern Coastal Zone
Ornamental Interest
• Fall Bloom
Attracts Wildlife
• Host Plant
• Pollinator Powerhouse Plant
• Other Pollinators/Wildlife
• Attracts Songbirds
• Attracts Bees
Tolerance
• Drought Tolerant
• Urban Environment
Additional Attributes
• Low Maintenance
Landscape Use
• Naturalize
• Massing
• Rain Garden
Growth Habit
• Spreading/Suckering


North American Distribution


white wood-aster - Eurybia divaricata from Native Plant Trust
white wood-aster - Eurybia divaricata from Native Plant Trust
white wood-aster - Eurybia divaricata from Native Plant Trust
white wood-aster - Eurybia divaricata from Native Plant Trust
white wood-aster - Eurybia divaricata from Native Plant Trust