Aster

Basic Aster Flower Information

Common Names
Aster

Scientific Name
Genus Species Aster acris
Family Asteraceae

History
Since Victorian times, a special meaning has been attached to flowers. Each flower or flower color is a symbolic representation of an emotion or expression. A member of the Asteraceae family, the aster takes its name from the Latin word meaning "star" and refers to the flower's starlike head.

Aster Flower Meaning
love, daintiness, patience.

Asters are, also, associated with:

Astrological Flowers
Taurus (Apr 20 - May 20)

Birth Month Flower
September

Floral Design Qualities For Asters

Type of Use: Flower
Form: Mass
Fragrance: N/A
Line: N/A
Silhouette: Solid/Round
Blossom Texture: Rough
Stem Size: 12-24"
Blossom Size: 1- 2 1/2"
Vase Life: 5-10 Days

Aster Design Uses
Asters are frequent additions to a variety of bouquets and floral arrangements due to their abundant flower clusters and wide range of hues.

Aster Flower Colors
Reds, blues, blues/purples, red/purples, whites/ivories, pinks

Blooming Season
Summer

General Flower Availability
Year Round, Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter.

Wedding Flower Availability
Year Round, Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter.