Calico Aster -Flowering plant
Maintenance Level
Low
Placements
Semi indoor
Toxic
No
Fragrance
Slight, sometimes described as hay-like
Seasons
late summer and fall
Plant Height
Up to 2-4 feet
Water Frequency
Winter
Reduce watering
Summer
Water regularly
Fertilizer Frequency
Winter
No need
Summer
Monthly once
Native North American wildflower, known for abundant small flowers
Upright, branching habit
Attracts pollinators (bees, butterflies), provides late-season color
Dos
Provide good drainage, deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooms
Don'ts
Overwater, allow to become severely dry for extended periods