tundra aster
Oreostemma alpigenum
USDA zones7 to 9
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size4 to 8 inches tall4 to 8 inches wide
- Habit
- Herb
- Bloom season
- Summer, autumn
- Bloom color
- Lavender
Attracts
Notes
Tundra aster (Oreostemma alpigenum) is a perennial for pollinator gardens, rock gardens, and native plant collections. It is hardy to USDA zone 7, or down to 0°F (-18°C). This plant likes full or part sun and average moisture. The lavender flowers have yellow centers and open from early to late summer, with more blooms in early autumn. Bees and butterflies visit them often. The plant stays low at 4 to 8 inches tall.
Pairs well with Edelweiss, Purple top, and Society garlic.
Native range
ID, MT, NV, OR, and 1 more places. See all 5
ID, MT, NV, OR, and WY.