New England aster
Noun
Meaning
common perennial of eastern North America having showy purplish flowers; a parent of the Michaelmas daisy
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Examples
The hardy floral should be planted in conjunction with tough perennials (think New England aster, joe-pye weed and goldenrod) to extend the length of time nectar is available to the pollinators.