Aster chilensis 'Point Saint George' (1 Gallon) California Aster

About this item:

Point Saint George California Aster (Symphyotrichum chilense ‘Point Saint George’), also known as California Aster, is a lovely California native perennial valued for its low-growing, spreading habit and cheerful summer blooms. Its delicate, pale lavender petals surround sunny yellow centers, creating a charming daisy-like display that brings color and movement to the garden.

Growing approximately 6–12 inches tall and spreading 2–3 feet wide, this vigorous perennial gradually fills open spaces with attractive green foliage and abundant seasonal flowers. Its natural spreading growth makes it an excellent choice for softening garden edges, filling gaps between plants, and creating colorful, pollinator-friendly groundcover.

Landscape Uses: Ideal for California native gardens, borders, open slopes, and naturalistic plantings. Its low, spreading habit works well as a flowering groundcover or as a companion to other drought-tolerant native plants. The abundant blooms provide a valuable source of nectar and pollen for butterflies, moths, bees, and other beneficial pollinators.

Growing Notes: Point Saint George California Aster adapts to a range of light conditions, from full sun and partial sun to filtered light and partial shade. It has low water needs once established and is a useful addition to water-wise gardens. Allow enough room for its spreading habit, and adjust irrigation to suit your soil and local climate.

Plant Details

• Botanical Name: Symphyotrichum chilense ‘Point Saint George’ (syn. Aster chilensis)
• Common Name: Point Saint George California Aster
• Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 6–10
• Mature Height: 6–12 inches
• Mature Width: 2–3 feet
• Light Requirements: Full sun, partial sun, filtered sun, or partial shade
• Water Needs: Low
• Flower Color: Pale lavender with yellow centers
• Flowering Season: Summer
• Wildlife Benefits: Attracts butterflies, moths, bees, and other pollinators

A wonderful choice for gardeners seeking a low-growing California native that combines delicate summer color, easy-spreading growth, and valuable pollinator habitat in a water-wise landscape.