CHUXAY GARDEN Purple Symphyotrichum Novae-angliae -New England Aster,Hairy Michaelmas-Daisy,Michaelmas Daisy 100 Seeds Flowering Plant Sun and Shade Ornamental Native Wildflower Easy Grow

This herbaceous perennial plant is up to 4' tall, consisting of a central stem that branches occasionally near the top. The central stem and side branches are covered with short white hairs. Clusters of composite flowers occur at the ends of the upper stems. Each composite flower consists of numerous gold or yellow disk florets, which are surrounded by 30 or more ray florets that are purple, lavender, or light pink.There is no noticeable floral scent. The blooming period occurs from late summer to fall, and lasts about 2 months. The preference is full or partial sun, and moist to average conditions. The soil can contain loam or clay. This plant can become stressed out by hot dry weather, often dropping its lower leaves in response, while the remaining leaves may turn yellow or brown.