{"product_id":"aster-cordifolius","title":"Aster cordifolius","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAster cordifolius\u003c\/strong\u003e is a graceful native woodland aster with airy sprays of pale blue to lavender flowers that appear in late summer and fall. Its branching habit and delicate blooms bring natural movement to shaded borders and woodland gardens while providing valuable late season color for pollinators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight \u0026amp; Spread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24 - 48 in x 18 - 24 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late summer to fall\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Part shade to shade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Average to moist well drained soil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; prefers consistent moisture but tolerates average conditions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deer resistant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNative Status\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis species is native to eastern North America where it naturally occurs in woodland edges, open forests, and shaded areas. It is valued as a native perennial for its late season blooms and support of local wildlife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWILDLIFE \u0026amp; INSECTS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eButterflies\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides an important late season nectar source for butterflies including Monarchs, Painted Ladies, and Swallowtails preparing for migration or seasonal activity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBees\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttracts native bees and bumblebees which visit the numerous small flowers for nectar and pollen during the fall bloom period.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBirds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduces seeds that can provide a seasonal food source for songbirds while the dense growth offers additional cover in naturalized plantings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpacing \u0026amp; Landscape Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing Recommendations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpace 18 - 24 in apart to allow its branching stems and airy flower clusters to develop without overcrowding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLandscape Placement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for woodland gardens, native borders, meadow plantings, and naturalized areas where its soft blue flowers provide late season interest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompanion Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eActaea racemosa (Black Cohosh)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Adds tall textured foliage and white flower spikes that complement the airy form of the aster.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeuchera americana (American Alumroot)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Provides evergreen foliage interest and a low growing contrast beneath the taller stems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePolygonatum biflorum (Solomon's Seal)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Brings graceful arching foliage that pairs well with woodland perennials.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCarex pensylvanica (Pennsylvania Sedge)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Creates a soft ground level texture that supports a natural woodland planting style.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSolidago flexicaulis (Zigzag Goldenrod)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Adds complementary golden fall color while supporting late season pollinators.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Cicconi Farms","offers":[{"title":"2 Gallon","offer_id":46790809845921,"sku":"ASTER CORDIFOLIUS","price":12.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/cicconi-farms.myshopify.com\/products\/aster-cordifolius","provider":"Cicconi Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}