Smooth Aster

Doellingeria glabrata

Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Asteraceae
Genus:
Doellingeria
Species:
Doellingeria glabrata

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Forb/herb , Subshrub
Height:
2-3 ft
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Bloom Months:
jul, aug
Bloom Colors:
Yellow, Purple

Native Range

United States: California, Oregon

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
rich, well-drained loamy soil
pH:
5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
consistently moist
Notes:
prefers habitats like open woods and meadows