{"product_id":"aster-divaricatus","title":"Aster divaricatus","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAster divaricatus\u003c\/strong\u003e, reclassified as \u003cem data-end=\"273\" data-start=\"253\"\u003eEurybia divaricata\u003c\/em\u003e, is a graceful shade loving native perennial prized for its delicate white star like flowers that bloom in late summer and fall. Its dark wiry stems and loose airy habit make for a standout in naturalistic woodland gardens and pollinator friendly understory plantings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-end=\"675\" data-start=\"609\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"628\" data-start=\"609\"\u003eHeight \u0026amp; Spread\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1.5 - 2.5 ft x 1.5 - 2 ft\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-end=\"739\" data-start=\"678\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"692\" data-start=\"678\"\u003eBloom Time\u003c\/strong\u003e: Late summer (August to October)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-end=\"792\" data-start=\"742\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"764\" data-start=\"742\"\u003eLight Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e: Part shade to full shade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-end=\"883\" data-start=\"795\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"814\" data-start=\"795\"\u003eSoil Preference\u003c\/strong\u003e: Dry to medium, well drained soils; tolerates clay and rocky soils\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-end=\"958\" data-start=\"886\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"904\" data-start=\"886\"\u003eWatering Needs\u003c\/strong\u003e: Low to moderate; drought-tolerant once established\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-end=\"1056\" data-start=\"961\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"980\" data-start=\"961\"\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e: High; deer typically avoid it due to coarse foliage and bitter compounds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eNATIVE STATUS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eNative to eastern North America, commonly found in dry woodlands, forest edges, and shaded slopes. It plays an important role in supporting shade dwelling insects and forming the structural backbone of natural woodland understories.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWILDLIFE \u0026amp; INSECTS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1615\" data-start=\"1460\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1475\" data-start=\"1460\"\u003eButterflies\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1615\" data-start=\"1460\"\u003eAttracts woodland butterflies such as Pearl Crescents and Question Marks, which use its nectar while laying eggs on nearby host plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1746\" data-start=\"1618\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1626\" data-start=\"1618\"\u003eBees\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1746\" data-start=\"1618\"\u003eA magnet for native bees, especially small sweat bees and mining bees that rely on late flowering woodland species.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2006\" data-start=\"1749\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1766\" data-start=\"1749\"\u003eOther Insects\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2006\" data-start=\"1749\"\u003eSupports predatory insects like parasitic wasps and hoverflies, contributing to garden pest control and biodiversity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2006\" data-start=\"1749\"\u003eWhile not a primary host plant, it offers food and shelter to a wide array of beneficial species in shady ecosystems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eSPACING \u0026amp; LANDSCAPE USE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eSpacing Recommendations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpace plants 18 - 24 in apart to allow for soft clumping and airflow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLandscape Placement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for woodland gardens, dry shade borders, under deciduous trees, and native shade pollinator patches. Use it to provide seasonal contrast beneath taller shade perennials or as an edging plant in informal paths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eCOMPANION PLANTS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2943\" data-start=\"2850\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2943\" data-start=\"2852\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2887\" data-start=\"2852\"\u003eHeuchera americana (Alumroot)\u003c\/strong\u003e - foliage contrast and drought tolerance in dry shade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3044\" data-start=\"2944\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3044\" data-start=\"2946\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2989\" data-start=\"2946\"\u003ePolygonatum biflorum (Solomon’s Seal)\u003c\/strong\u003e - graceful arching structure and early bloom balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3137\" data-start=\"3045\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3137\" data-start=\"3047\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3092\" data-start=\"3047\"\u003eCarex pensylvanica (Pennsylvania Sedge)\u003c\/strong\u003e - native groundcover that thrives in shade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3216\" data-start=\"3138\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3216\" data-start=\"3140\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3178\" data-start=\"3140\"\u003eTiarella cordifolia (Foamflower)\u003c\/strong\u003e - spring bloom and woodland texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3316\" data-start=\"3217\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3316\" data-start=\"3219\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3265\" data-start=\"3219\"\u003eArisaema triphyllum (Jack-in-the-Pulpit)\u003c\/strong\u003e - unique form and early season vertical interest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Cicconi Farms","offers":[{"title":"2 Gallon","offer_id":45901835894945,"sku":"ASTER DIVARICATUS","price":12.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0359\/3329\/0634\/products\/assddiirrvv.jpg?v=1674744468","url":"https:\/\/cicconi-farms.myshopify.com\/products\/aster-divaricatus","provider":"Cicconi Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}