White Heath Aster
Symphyotrichum ericoides
Family: AsteraceaeNative: North America (Canada, United States, and Northern Mexico)Identified: Jan 9, 2026
A perennial wildflower with thin, stiff stems and small, lance-shaped leaves. Late in the season, it produces a profusion of tiny, daisy-like white flowers with yellow centers.
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Thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant once established and requires very little maintenance. Pruning in early summer can help create a bushier shape and prevent it from becoming too leggy.