Eurybia divaricata 'Eastern Star'

Also Known As

Aster divaricatus 'Eastern Star'
Eurybia divaricatus 'Eastern Star'
Eastern Star White Wood Aster

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 12"-24"
W: 12"-24"

planting zones

4a-9b

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Eurybia divaricata 'Eastern Star' plant details

Eurybia divaricata 'Eastern Star' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with burgundy and green foliage. In summer white and yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects, birds and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Eurybia divaricata 'Eastern Star'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous burgundy and green
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 12 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: white and yellow blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, fall color, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Eurybia divaricata 'Eastern Star'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit
Soil needs: average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Aster divaricatus 'Eastern Star', the white wood aster, now known scientifically as Eurybia divaricata, was originally discovered in coastal Rhode Island. It is shorter than the standard species and has deep, dark, shining, mahogany-black stems. The small but numerous white flowers have yellow centres that age to burgundy red. A must for the shade garden and tolerant of dry shade which makes it a real bonus. Can also be grown in sunny conditions with even moisture where plants will be more upright.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

If you are not familiar with Wood Aster you should be! This is an extremely sturdy selection of a celebrated species requiring little human intervention. Neat little mound, 12-18” with lots of little white asters with yellow centers August >September that attract butterflies. Deep red stems contrast with flowers. Performs admirably in dry shade! Prefers good soil but tolerates most soils (clay, rocky); part shade to full shade. Will take moderate watering but dislikes summer wet.

By: Secret Garden Growers

White Wood Aster is an often overlooked blousy addition for the fall shade garden. Curiously, it is more popular abroad than it is here in the states. Aster divaricatus grows 18-24" tall, tolerates dry soil quite well and pairs nicely with Heuchera villosa for an easy care combo.

By: Avant Gardens

This selection of the native aster was originally collected in neighboring Rhode Island; it brings another dimension of beauty and usefulness to the shady woodland edge. More compact than the species, it has handsome dark green foliage and deep burgundy stems holding the clouds of white daisies aloft. We love how it faithfully appears every late summer and fall to freshen up drier, difficult areas in part shade with stars of pure white. Butterflies depend on this lovely!

By: Select Seeds

Thin petaled white flowers top dark green foliage of this wonderful 18" Aster in September and October. Foliage can develop some red fall color as well. Prefers rich well drained soil in partial shade, but tolerates dry shade.

By: Botanophilia

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Gardening facts about Eurybia divaricata 'Eastern Star' plant

How to Grow Eurybia divaricata 'Eastern Star'

Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - shade
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- clay
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
- rich
- gritty

Features

Foliage Color
- green
- burgundy
Flower Color
- white
- yellow
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- birds
- bees
- butterflies
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous