Aster subspicatus

Douglas aster (Aster subspicatus, Asteraceae) is a native perennial found in meadows, forest clearings, and streambanks from Alaska to northern California and east to the northern Rocky Mountains. It produces daisy-like flower heads with purple to lavender ray florets surrounding yellow disk florets on branching stems in late summer to fall.

Douglas aster grows in full sun to partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. It is useful for native plant gardens, meadow restorations, and pollinator plantings. No pest or disease associations, cultivar information, or detailed cultural requirements are documented in the profile. The profile is a stub awaiting enrichment.