Nature’s perfect pair in your garden!
Aster and Goldenrod
In autumn, goldenrod and aster bloom side-by-side across our state in a stunning display of yellow and purple and in our own Goizueta Gardens!
In Literature
In her book Braiding Sweetgrass, plant ecologist and botanist Robin Wall Kimmerer notes that this striking color contrast makes both flowers highly visible to pollinators. By growing together, they achieve far greater pollination than they ever could alone.
Their Symbolism
Beyond their ecological teamwork, this pairing carries beautiful symbolism:
- Goldenrod represents encouragement, resilience, and growth.
- Aster signifies patience, wisdom, and deep-rooted affection.
Learn More
To study this late-season harmony, we look at resources from the Cherokee Garden Library, including Braiding Sweetgrass, Plant This, Not That, and The Southeast Native Plant Primer.
Visit Us!
Come enjoy the beauty of Goizueta Gardens and the resources of the Cherokee Garden Library at Kenan Research Center!