Purplestem Aster Dappled Shade Bloom: October-March

Bloom: October-March

In southern climates

While plants may self-seed in optimum growing conditions

rounded crown

It creates a lovely scene when planted along a pond's edge or near a water feature

Purplestem Aster Dappled Shade Bloom: October-MarchSymphyotrichum puniceum Commonly known as swamp aster, glossy leaf aster, marsh aster, purplestem aster, and purple stemmed aster. This beautiful aster typically occurs in the swampy ground of spring fed meadows. Growing to an average height of 4' 8' it's one of the taller asters you can have in your garden, working well in the back of the border or for naturalizing in a wildflower or native planting area. May be grown in low spots or in wet locations