Asters

Dense shrub aster with thin violet petals

Zone: 3 to 8

Full Sun

Height: 12″ to 24″

They do spread by both seeds and rhizomes so you may want to grow them in pots to prevent them from expanding too much.

Asters are one of the old standby plants that gardeners have been using for fall color for years. They come in many shapes and sizes so it’s easy to find one that will your location.

This post was originally published on July 12, 2020 but was updated with new content on December 8, 2021.