Heath Aster 'First Snow'

Heath Aster 'First Snow' (Symphyotrichum ericoides), brings a soft, airy texture to late-season landscapes just when many other plants are fading. Its clouds of tiny white blooms create a delicate, almost frothy effect that pairs beautifully with grasses and other fall perennials. Despite its light appearance, this is a tough, adaptable plant that handles Utah’s dry conditions and temperature swings with ease.

This aster is especially valuable for extending the pollinator season, offering a reliable nectar source well into fall. It works well in naturalized plantings, borders, or xeriscapes where a low-water, low-maintenance option is needed. Once established, it requires very little attention while continuing to return year after year with dependable late-season color.