Aster dumosus 'Wood's Pink' (Pink Wood Aster) blue A profusion of magenta-pink flowers

A profusion of magenta-pink flowers on upright branched stems in spring are surrounded by thick glossy green leaves

This medium height Anemone blooms heavily in late summer to fall with pretty double pink cup-shaped flowers on dark stems 2-3' above the compact green foliage

and swamps it adapts to many moist to wet locations and can tolerate flooding up to 6"

As Nancy Mickey notes in 'What's Native' "settlers moving from the east coast to Kansas to Texas would keep seeing this remarkable fern in the woods and along shady pathways

Expect some repeat blooms in the fall

Aster dumosus 'Wood's Pink' (Pink Wood Aster) blue A profusion of magenta-pink flowersThe native Wood Aster provides shade gardeners with delightful fall color in this case, clear pink daisy flowers in September and October, above shiny dark green leaves. 'Wood's Pink' has a compact habit, is mildew and rust resistant, and stands just 12 16" in height. Sunlight Requirements: Full Sun to Partial Shade USDA Hardiness Zones: 4 8