Family: Asteraceae Aster
| Type | Annual |
| USDA Hardiness range | n/a |
| Exposure | Full sun |
| Bloom color | Orange, red, yellow |
| Bloom time | Early Summer to Mid Fall |
| Water needs | Moist |
| Landscape uses | Container, foundation, massing |
| Height | 12" to 24" / 30cm to 60cm |
| Spread | 6" to 12" / 15cm to 30cm |
| Growth rate | Moderate |
| Bloom attributes | Suitable for cut flowers |
| Leaf color | Green |
| Fruit color | Brown |
| Soil pH requirements | Neutral |
| Soil type | Sandy, loamy |
| Form | Rounded |
| Attributes and features | Native to North America |