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One Of Many Asters
This, Aromatic Aster (Symphyotrichum oblongifolium). Native to some parts of central and eastern United States. Found in dry forests and woodlands. Insects that are attracted to the flowers include bees, butterflies and skippers. Butterflies and skippers seek nectar while bees also gather pollen. The ultimate accent color for autumn, set against the warm colors of…
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Purple For Autumn
It’s called Aromatic Aster (Symphyotrichum oblongifolium), though I certainly don’t notice any scent. But this Aster is a beauty, scent or no scent. Native to the northeastern and central US. Host plant to Silvery Checkerspot Butterfly. A great time to be blooming, providing nectar and pollen to insects when other flowers have already finished their…