Ampelaster carolinianus (climbing aster) is an unusual member of the North American Asteraceae in that it is a woody, sprawling plant. Native to Florida and the coastal regions of the southeast US, it is nonetheless hardy to at least USDA zone 6b. It thrives in moist soil in full sun, although it is drought tolerant once established and blooms even in part shade.
This plant has been woven through a trellis against a house and receives about 4-6 hours of direct sun in the summer. It overwintered in WNC zone 6b and bloomed its head off this year. Truly a beautiful, unique aster and worthy of a spot in your garden. Like many asters it is very easy to grow from seed. Pollinators are quite fond of it.
by Arnoglossum
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Where did you get your seeds? I ordered a ton of native seeds from Everwilde last week but sadly they didnt have this one
I could probably grow this, but it’s not native to my area. It’s beautiful.
Beautiful! It’s on my wish list – I was too late to the garden sale this spring but will keep looking! Got just the spot for it 🙂
So pretty!!!
How soon after planting the aster did it bloom? I planted mine in late spring and it has lots of weird vines but no flowers.