Eurybia macrophylla

Common Name: Big-leaved Aster

Plant Type: Herbaceous

Habitat: Woodland

Light Requirements: part sun, shade

Soil Moisture: mesic

Soil Type: All

Height: 1½ - 3 ft

Bloom Time: Aug-Sept

Flower Colour: pale blue, yellow centre

Germination Requirements: Seed will germinate upon being shifted to 70°F after 90 - 140 days of moist, cold stratification at 40°F

Details/Comments: Larval Host for pearl crescent.

Botanical Name (Alt): Aster macrophyllus

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