Sericocarpus asteroides (Toothed Whitetop Aster) Seed Packet

Toothed whitetop aster is a short, politely rhizomatous clump forming plant preferring part-sun to shady sites, and dry to average soil. It is typically found in open habitats such as savannas, meadows, and woodland edges. It also frequently inhabits the difficult ground at the bases of large deciduous trees.

From winter to spring Toothed whitetop aster grows as small clusters of basal rosettes. The foliage is typically a rich, grossy green, providing a striking contrast to the clusters of small, white to cream-pink, daisy-like flowers that bloom from late summer to early fall. The delicate display draws a variety of pollinators, including small bees, moths and butterflies.

Sericocarpus asteroides is a unique, underrated and very rarely cultivated native species that can thrive in drought, poor soils, and shaded conditions. A closely related species, Narrowleaf whitetop aster (Sericocarpus linifolius) is slightly taller, more erect, with lacy leaves and more concentrated blooms, which grows in much the same conditions.