Lemon-yellow goldenaster has a mostly midwestern distribution but makes an attractive addition to hot, dry and difficult sites where little else will grow. This perennial grows between 3-5 feet tall and has loads of yellow flowers from August to October. The late blooming nature of the plant makes it a valuable nectar source for migrating monarch butterflies. The plant is largely clump-forming but will spread somewhat aggressively by seed. Preference is for full sun and dry poor soils. Zone 4-8. VA ecotype (waif). // Seed packet, about 50 seeds. Germination requirements: 60 days cold, moist stratification.