Water
Water consistently, especially during dry periods, to maintain evenly moist soil. Avoid waterlogging, which can lead to root rot.
Allow the top inch of soil to dry out slightly between waterings once the plant is established.
Also known as Common White Heart-Leaf Aster · Heart-Leaf Aster · Heart-Leaved Aster
White Wood Aster (Eurybia divaricata) is a charming native perennial with a spreading habit, producing masses of daisy-like white flowers in autumn.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Partial Shade to Full Sun
50% intensity
Prefers dappled shade or morning sun, but tolerates full sun if soil remains moist.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Hardy
25% intensity
Tolerates a wide range of temperatures, hardy in USDA zones 3-8.
Low
25% intensity
Fertilize sparingly in spring; over-fertilization can reduce flowering.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water consistently, especially during dry periods, to maintain evenly moist soil. Avoid waterlogging, which can lead to root rot.
Allow the top inch of soil to dry out slightly between waterings once the plant is established.
Deadhead spent flowers to encourage reblooming and maintain a tidy appearance. Cut back stems to the ground in late winter or early spring before new growth emerges to remove dead foliage and promote vigorous new shoots.
Easily propagated from division in early spring or fall. Carefully separate established clumps, ensuring each division has roots and shoots.
Cuttings can also be taken from semi-hardwood in mid-summer and rooted in moist, well-draining medium.
Container-grown plants benefit from repotting every 2-3 years in early spring. Choose a pot one size larger with fresh, well-draining potting mix.
This prevents the plant from becoming root-bound and replenishes soil nutrients.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of White Wood Aster (Eurybia divaricata)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Eurybia |
| Species | Eurybia divaricata |
Similar in genus Eurybia
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