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Drummond's aster

Symphyotrichum drummondii var. texanum

Drummond's aster (Symphyotrichum drummondii var. texanum) is a perennial in the — family. Native range includes AR, KS, MO, OK. Hardy in zones 5a–10a. Mature size 6"–4'. Blooms Aug–Nov.

// QUICK FACTS

Family: —
Group: perennial
Native range: Native to 21 U.S. states, including AL, AR, IA, IL, IN, KS…
USDA hardiness: Zones 5a–10a
Mature size: 6"–4'
Sun: —
Water: Low · xeric
Bloom: Aug–Nov
Wildlife value: Pollinator and wildlife support
Ecological role: native species profile

Drummond's aster (Symphyotrichum drummondii var. texanum) — *Symphyotrichum drummondii var. texanum* — Drummond's aster. Photo via iNaturalist — (c) threelark, some rights reserved (CC BY).

Field Notes

[ growing · ecology · siting · care ]

Drummond's aster (Symphyotrichum drummondii var. texanum) is a perennial in the — family. Native range includes AR, KS, MO, OK. Hardy in zones 5a–10a. Mature size 6"–4'. Blooms Aug–Nov. Low water use makes it a strong candidate for xeric and drought-conscious plantings.

Why it's on this list: native species profile. Native-range data from the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center (NPIN), cross-checked against iNaturalist observations. Part of Rooted Revival's regional native plant catalog — true natives for Oklahoma, Arkansas, Missouri and Kansas.

Companion Planting

[ guild · polyculture · cross-layer pairings ]

In the same native range, drummond's aster pairs naturally with: Broadleaf Arrowhead (Sagittaria latifolia), Butterfly Milkweed (Asclepias tuberosa), Cardinal Flower (Lobelia cardinalis), Common Blue Violet (Viola sororia).