Fringed Blue Aster
Symphyotrichum ciliolatum
Last reviewed: July 2026
Light
full sun
Water
medium
Size
12"–48" H × 12"–24" W
Bloom
Aug, Sep, Oct
Native to
IL, MA, ME, MI and 9 more states
Pollinators
bees, butterflies, moths
Lindley's aster produces small white to pale lavender flowers in dense clusters from late summer through fall. This native perennial forms neat clumps that spread gradually, creating attractive colonies over time. The narrow leaves and sturdy stems give it a refined appearance compared to other wild asters.
In an HOA neighborhood
Fringed Blue Aster is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.
Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.
- May need occasional deadheading to maintain neat appearance
Wildlife value
Blooms during peak fall migration, providing crucial late-season nectar for monarchs and other butterflies. Also supports native bees and serves as a host plant for several moth species.
Common questions
- How much sun does Fringed Blue Aster need?
- Fringed Blue Aster grows best in full sun conditions.
- When does Fringed Blue Aster bloom?
- Fringed Blue Aster blooms in August, September, and October.
- Where is Fringed Blue Aster native?
- Fringed Blue Aster (Symphyotrichum ciliolatum) is native to IL, MA, ME, MI and 9 more states, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
- What pollinators does Fringed Blue Aster attract?
- Fringed Blue Aster draws bees, butterflies, and moths.
- Is Fringed Blue Aster HOA-friendly?
- Fringed Blue Aster is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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