Rice Button Aster (Symphyotrichum Dumosum) is a perennial herb in the Asteraceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 4-9. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Symphyotrichum dumosum is a perennial flowering plant known for its bushy habit and white to pale lavender flowers.

Rice Button Aster

Rice Button Aster

Symphyotrichum Dumosum

Symphyotrichum dumosum is a perennial flowering plant known for its bushy habit and white to pale lavender flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
4-9

Safety

⚠️
Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Rice Button 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.

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Taxonomy

Family:Asteraceae
Genus:Symphyotrichum