Eastern Annual Saltmarsh Aster (Symphyotrichum subulatum)
Eastern Annual Saltmarsh Aster (Symphyotrichum subulatum) is a slender, erect annual herb native to coastal salt marshes and brackish areas, featuring small white to pale violet ray florets.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist.
Soil
Tolerant of various soil types, especially sandy, loamy, or clay soils, and thrives in saline or brackish conditions.
Temperature
Grows best in moderate temperatures.
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Fertilize sparingly.
Care Requirements
Prefers full sun.
Can tolerate partial shade.
Keep soil consistently moist.
Water regularly, especially during dry spells.
Tolerant of various soil types, especially sandy, loamy, or clay soils, and thrives in saline or brackish conditions.
Grows best in moderate temperatures.
Ideal range 15-25 °C.
Outdoor
Fertilize sparingly.
Use a balanced fertilizer in spring.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Flowering, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Annuals
Plant Height
0.3-1.2 m
Spread
0.15-0.3 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
None (annual)
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Linear to lanceolate
Flower Size
0.6-1.2 cm
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderAsterales
- familyAsteraceae
- genusSymphyotrichum
- speciesSymphyotrichum subulatum
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No