Aster
Symphyotrichum
A star-shaped, daisy-like bloom that scatters cheerful color and fine texture through mixed bouquets.
Asters bring a relaxed, meadow feeling to arrangements. Their small, star-shaped flowers branch generously along each stem, giving lots of little pops of color and a soft, informal texture that fills gaps between larger blooms. They are a mainstay of late-summer and autumn design.
Available in cool purples and lavenders as well as pinks and whites, they pair naturally with sunflowers, chrysanthemums, and other seasonal favorites.
What Aster means
Patience, love, and daintiness — and, as a September birth flower, a token of remembrance and affection.
Care tips
Remove lower leaves and refresh the water regularly; pinch spent florets to keep the newer buds coming on.
Good for these occasions
Find a local florist who can arrange aster for:
More flowers to explore
The flower florists reach for first — layered, fragrant, and available in nearly every color a message could ask for.
TulipA clean, cup-shaped bloom that keeps growing after it is cut — the unmistakable signal that spring has arrived.
LilyLarge, sculptural trumpets — often fragrant — that lend instant presence and grace to any arrangement.
SunflowerThe big, sunny face of summer — sturdy, long-lasting, and impossible to look at without smiling.