Prairie Golden Aster (Heterotheca Camporum) is a perennial herb in the Asteraceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 4-8. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Heterotheca camporum is a coarse, upright perennial herb native to central and eastern North America, commonly found in prairies and open areas.

Prairie Golden Aster

Prairie Golden Aster

Heterotheca Camporum

Heterotheca camporum is a coarse, upright perennial herb native to central and eastern North America, commonly found in prairies and open areas.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
4-8

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, rocky, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, specimen, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Prairie Golden Aster

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Asteraceae
Genus:Heterotheca