Is Elliott's Aster safe for pets?

Yes, Elliott's Aster (Symphyotrichum Elliottii) is considered safe for cats and dogs.

Is Elliott's Aster easy to care for?

Elliott's Aster has a easy care difficulty rating. It requires high watering and full_sun or partial_shade light.

Can Elliott's Aster grow indoors?

Elliott's Aster is primarily an outdoor plant and may not thrive indoors without specialized conditions.

Elliott's Aster (Symphyotrichum Elliottii) is a perennial herb in the Asteraceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires high watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 7-10. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Elliott's aster is an herbaceous perennial wildflower known for its showy lavender blooms in late fall.

Last updated: February 2026

Elliott's Aster

Symphyotrichum Elliottii

Elliott's aster is an herbaceous perennial wildflower known for its showy lavender blooms in late fall.

Quick Facts

Type

herb

Lifecycle

perennial

Care Difficulty

Easy

Water Needs

High

Light

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Hardiness Zones

7-10

Safety

🐕

Pet Safe

👶

Child Safe

✅

Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, silty, peaty

Indoor:No

Outdoor:Yes

Garden Use:pollinator support, wildlife habitat, ornamental

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Elliott's 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