Sun Exposure: Sun, Part Sun, Part Shade, Shade
Soil Moisture: Medium-Wet, Medium, Medium-Dry
Soil Type: Sand, Loam, Loamy-Clay
Height: 2 feet
Spread: 1 - 2 feet
Blooms: August, September, October
Root: Fibrous, Rhizomatous
Habitat: Woodland borders, Moist meadows. This plant is primarily a woodland species, but it often strays into moist sunny areas nearby. It prefers areas with a history of disturbance.
Landscape uses: Pollinator gardens, Meadow plantings, Naturalization, Shady gardens
Complimentary Plants: Blue-stemmed Goldenrod, New England Aster, Black-eyed Susan
Wildlife Value: The florets of Calico Aster have shorter nectar tubes than many other species of asters, and they attract a wide variety of insects, particularly in sunny areas.  Host Plant: Pearl Crescent, Silvery Checkerspot Butterflies, many species of Moths. 
Seed Origin: Wasaga Beach, Ontario
Germination Code: A