Previous scientific name(s): Aster tanacetifolius, Machaeranthera coronopifolia, Machaeranthera parthenium
Formerly known as Aster tanacetifolius. Drought tolerant biennial; full sun to partial shade. Bright violet daisy-like flowers bloom June to October on dry, rocky hillsides and in open sandy areas from the Southwest to the prairies. Occurs from 5,000 ft. to 8,000 ft. elevation.
Contact Our Experts18 - 24 in.
Biennial
Native or Introduced:Native
Season:
5,000 - 8,000 ft.
Precipitation:Low
Average
Moderately Coarse:Best
Medium:Average
Moderately Fine:Marginal
Fine:Not Adapted
Not Adapted
Neutral:Best
Basic:Marginal
Seeding Rate:3 - 5 PLS lbs/Acre
8.70 lbs.
Seeds per Pound:408,000
Germination Time:Days
Blooming Season:Summer
Yes
Bloom Color:Purple
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