No. 10 - Symphyotrichum subspicatum - Postcard Set of 10

Symphyotrichum subspicatum, also known as Douglas’ aster, is native to the Pacific Northwest from British Columbia and Alberta, Canada to California. S. subspicatum is a perennial and has a diverse range of habitats, thriving in places like moist woodlands, stream banks, and salty shorelines. It can be found flowering throughout the summer.

S. subspicatum also provides a great ecological service as a food source for many native insects. Not only does it provide pollen and nectar to native bees, it also provides food for caterpillars of native butterflies and moths. Pyrrharctia isabella, also known as the banded “woolly bear” caterpillar, is one such species that can be found feeding on it.