Aromatic aster (Symphyotrichum oblongifolium) is not native to Georgia but it is native in nearby states (e.g., Alabama, and it is also frequently sold at native plant sales, especially cultivars like ‘Raydon’s Favorite.’ This aster has dense growth, good sized flowers…

and is fairly late blooming in its range. This is a picture of ‘Raydon’s Favorite.’ . . . #nativeplants #nativeplantsofgeorgia #gardening #pollinatorplants #pollinatorgardening #nativehabitat #wildlifegardening #plants #georgia