Size / Sun / Conditions
4–6' tall, 2–3' wide. Full sun to light shade. Average to moist soil; tolerant of clay and adaptable once established.
Tatarian Aster is a bold late-season perennial prized for its clouds of lavender-blue daisy flowers that appear in early fall atop tall, sturdy stems. The blooms arrive when much of the garden is beginning to fade, providing an important late nectar source for butterflies, bees, and other pollinators.
Its large leaves create a substantial presence early in the season, while the towering flower stems bring height, movement, and a slightly wild elegance to borders and naturalistic plantings. Despite its size, it is notably resilient and easy to grow, tolerating a wide range of soils and conditions once established.
Excellent at the back of borders or woven among ornamental grasses and other strong perennials, it combines especially well with other asters, Joe Pye weed, queen of the prairie, and late-season grasses. The flowers are great for cutting - cut them to any size or make a huge arrangement.