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Aster chilensis - Chilean Aster
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Aster chilensis -
Photo by Sonja Wilcomer

Botanic Name: Aster chilensis
Common Name: Chilean Aster
Size: 3'h x 3'w
Sun: Sun
H20: Occ.H2O/dry
Attracts Butterflies
Type: larvae and adults
Deer Resistant
Resistance: medium
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* Easy to Grow!
Description:
This fast spreading perennial is native along the California coast. Leafy green shoots are topped with 1 1/2" wide pale lavender flowers with yellow centers in summer. It is a quick spreading plant and a good soil stabilizer, but can be invasive if not managed. A good filler in a meadow garden. Attracts butterflies and beneficial insects.

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