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Late-Flowering Aster
Symphyotrichum lateriflorum
In the United States:
Native
· also called Calico Aster, Starved Aster, Side-flowering Aster
Late-season aster visited by honeybees for nectar and pollen when other floral resources decline. Blooms from late summer into fall with numerous small flower heads. Adaptable perennial suited to woodland edges and varied soils.
| Nectar | medium |
|---|---|
| Pollen | low |
| Bloom (US) | August–October |
| Type | Perennial |
| Sun | partial |
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