Formerly Aster novae-angliae; Sun to light shade; Moist to average well drained soil; Beautiful native aster blooming in later summer to fall. Very attractive to butterflies and bees. Blue to pink flowers August to September; Grows 3-5' tall; Zone 4-8; WV ecotype // Seed packet, about 50 seeds. Germination requirements: 60 days cold, moist stratification.