Symphyotrichum laeve
Ecological Benefits: hosts the Pearl Crescent Butterfly, attracts pollinators such as specialized bees and other butterflies, seeds feed birds and small mammals
Bloom period: mid-late fall
Best Areas for Planting: low to mid-moisture, full sun, well-drained clay, loamy, and sandy soil
Natural Habitat: can be found in upland forests, woodlands, barrens, or clearings
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