Overview: Asters, also known as Michaelmas daisy, bloom from late summer to fall in colors like blue, purple, red, pink, and white. Plants grow 1-6 feet tall and spread 2-4 feet. Preferred site is full to partial sun with moist, well-drained, average to humus-rich soils. Sowing Instructions: Start seeds indoors in pots or flats with 4-6 weeks cold stratification in a refrigerator, then move to sunny locations. Space plants 1-3 feet apart depending on type. Care: Water well, mulch to keep soil cool and prevent weeds. Benefits: Attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies. Legal Disclaimer: Growth varies with local conditions.