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Southeastern Aster
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Southeastern Aster

Symphyotrichum georgianum
In the United States: Native · also called Georgia aster

Late-season source of nectar and pollen for honey bees and other pollinators. Blooms October to November with relatively large purple composite flowers in full sun on well-drained soils. Spreads by rhizomes.

Nectarlow
Pollenlow
Bloom (US) October–November
TypePerennial
Sunfull

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