About Lady in Black

Purplish leaves and stems in spring, later becoming smothered in flowers with rosy pink centers. A selection that is very close to the native species.

The scientific name used to be Aster, like the common name.

About Aster, Calico

Half-inch white daisies bloom in loose 10" clusters along widely spreading branches for a month or two starting in mid-August. Narrow leaves become smaller as they go up the stems. In the wild, it prefers woodland and semi-shaded wetlands, so moist soil and some shade will be appreciated. "Calico" (a colorful cloth) refers to the flowers' pale yellow centers that turn reddish purple.

Pot Size & Price
2.5-in. pot
$3.50
Height
24"–36"
Sunlight Exposure
Full Sun Partial Sun
Catalog
N006
Plant Traits
Bees
Butterflies

Other varieties of Aster, Calico

Symphyotrichum lateriflorum, small white flowers with yellow or pink centers, monarch feeding
Photo from Prairie Moon Nursery

Wild Calico Aster

Catalog
N007