Gray Aster (Glauca)

The Gray Aster (Glauca) is generally described as a perennial forb/herb. This is native to the U.S. (United States) has its most active growth period in the spring and summer and fall . The Gray Aster (Glauca) has yellow-green foliage and inconspicuous purple flowers, with a moderate amount of conspicuous brown fruits or seeds. The greatest bloom is usually observed in the mid summer, with fruit and seed production starting in the summer and continuing until fall. Leaves are not retained year to year. The Gray Aster (Glauca) has a short life span relative to most other plant species and a moderate growth rate. At maturity, the typical Gray Aster (Glauca) will reach up to 2 feet high, with a maximum height at 20 years of 0 inches.

The Gray Aster (Glauca) is easily found in nurseries, garden stores and other plant dealers and distributors. It can be propagated by bare root, seed. It has a slow ability to spread through seed production and the seedlings have low vigor. Note that cold stratification is not required for seed germination and the plant cannot survive exposure to temperatures below -43°F. has medium tolerance to drought and restricted water conditions.