Gold vault bulk seed packet One of the most lovely and popular of the large asters these fuschia flowers provide color for all of the autumn season. This variety is popular for prairie restoration projects because it provides a late-season source for pollen and nectar for our pollinator friends. Because of its extravagant beauty and hardy growth the new england aster is one of the most well known native wildflowers it makes an excellent addition to prairie restoration plantings either in wetland or in drier areas. These fuschia flowers light up late fall growth in prairies roadsides and ditches. Originally from the greek language aster means star. At one time asters were called starworts frost flowers or michaelmas daisies in spite of their daisy-like petals asters are actually diminutive members of the sunflower family. In the language of flowers these starry blossoms symbolize elegance or daintiness. They make a traditional gift for birthdays in the month of september or for 20th wedding anniversaries. Brand: Everwilde Farms Size: [One Pound]
