Symphyotricum cordifolium – Blue Wood Aster

Description

Symphyotrichum cordifolium (Blue Wood Aster) needs cold stratification (1-3 months) for seed germination, prefers well-drained soil, tolerates sun to part shade (especially woodland edges), offers late-season nectar/pollen for diverse pollinators (bees, butterflies, moths), and is used for borders, naturalizing, and shade gardens, with potential issues like flopping managed by staking or deadheading.