Aster includes perennials, annuals, and subshrubs, typically characterized by slender leaves and flowers that resemble daisies, either appearing alone or in clusters.

Aster amoena

Aster asperulus Wall. ex Nees develops a dense, bushy clump of heart-shaped leaves with serrated edges. In late summer and early autumn, it produces clusters of large, blue-purple daisy-like flowers that feature yellow centers.

Aster asperulus Wall. ex Nees

Aster auriculatus Franch.

Aster baccharoides

Aster bakerianus

Aster batangensis

Aster bietii

Aster brachytrichus

Aster caucasicus Willd.

Aster chinensis 'Starlight Mixed'

Aster cordata

Aster cymosa

Aster delavayi

Aster diplostephioides is a perennial herb that develops a strong, branched rhizome. It produces a group of upright, unbranched stems that can reach heights of up to 60 cm. This species is capable of self-fertilization.

Aster diplostephioides

Aster erucifolius

Aster falconeri

Aster farreri

Aster farreri 'Blue Moon'

Aster flaccidus

Aster flaccidus albus

Aster forrestii

Aster fragilis

Aster fragilis 'Perfectus'

Aster fuscescens

Aster glehnii is a perennial that grows in clumps and can reach heights of up to 1.5 meters. This species is uncommon in gardens and features slender, dark stems adorned with densely packed, small dark green leaves. In the fall, it produces abundant clusters of petite white flowers with yellow centers, which later develop into seed heads that create a frothy appearance. This plant is particularly valuable for attracting bees during the late flowering season.

Aster glehnii

Aster glehnii 'Aglenii' is a herbaceous perennial characterized by its sturdy, erect flower stems. In late summer and autumn, it produces dense clusters of small, white daisies, set against light green leaves. This variety requires no support and shows good resistance to powdery mildew.

Aster glehnii 'Aglenii'

Aster glehnii var. hondoensis

Aster hayatae

Aster himalaicus

Aster hispidus Thunb.

Aster ibericus

Aster indamellus

Aster koraiensis is a rhizomatous perennial characterized by its upright growth and elongated, dark green leaves. It produces sizable flower heads composed of lavender ray florets encircling a central cluster of golden yellow disc florets. This plant blooms from early to mid-autumn and serves as a valuable resource for pollinators.

Aster koraiensis

Aster kotarimus

Aster limonifolius

Aster maackii

Aster miqueliana

Aster miyagii

Aster moupinensis (Franch) Hand.-Mazz.

Aster nepaulensis

Aster oreophilus

Aster panduratus

Aster peduncularis is a robust perennial that forms dense clumps, featuring soft, serrated dark green foliage. In late summer through autumn, it generates vibrant violet flowers resembling daisies.

Aster peduncularis

Aster perfoliatus

Aster pinnatifidus

Aster polionthamnus

Aster pyrenaeus

Aster pyrenaeus 'Lutetia' is a robust herbaceous perennial that develops a compact clump reaching heights of about 60 cm. It features strong stems and slender foliage, producing enduring flowerheads approximately 5 cm in diameter. The flowers exhibit delicate pale lilac-blue rays surrounding a yellow central disc, blooming from late summer through autumn.

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