Eurybia macrophylla (Bigleaf Aster)

A Shade-Loving Native for Woodland Gardens and Fall Pollinators

Brighten your woodland garden with Eurybia macrophylla. This elegant native perennial is prized for its large, heart-shaped leaves and cheerful late-season blooms that provide essential nectar for pollinators.

• Late-Season Blooms: Clusters of lavender to pale violet, daisy-like flowers with golden centers bloom from late summer through early fall.
• Bold Foliage: Large, heart-shaped basal leaves create an attractive groundcover and add texture throughout the growing season.
• Pollinator-Friendly: An important late-season nectar source for native bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects.
• Spreading Habit: Forms colonies 1–2 feet wide by slowly spreading through rhizomes, making it an excellent choice for naturalizing woodland areas.
• Shade-Tolerant & Hardy: Thrives in rich, well-drained soils under partial to full shade. Hardy in USDA Zones 3–8.
• Low-Maintenance Native: Easy to grow and ideal for woodland gardens, shaded borders, and naturalized landscapes.

Perfect for woodland gardens, shaded native plantings, and pollinator habitats, Eurybia macrophylla combines bold foliage with delicate fall flowers, bringing beauty and ecological value to the landscape.