Eurybia macrophylla / Aster macrophyllus (Big-leaved Aster) Deposition Side - High Slope The "bloodroot" comes from its

The "bloodroot" comes from its intense red root sap that was used historically to dye fabrics

Large purple daisy flowers with yellow centers cover New England Aster in late summer

The grass-like leaves add excellent texture before and after flowering

Its Trillium-like leaves provide an interesting texture in the spring and the bright red fruit produces nice fall interest as the leaves and flowers fall away

Eurybia macrophylla / Aster macrophyllus (Big-leaved Aster) Deposition Side - High Slope The "bloodroot" comes from itsAster macrophyllus Eurybia macrophylla (Big leaved Aster) is a native of the savannas and woodlands around the midwest. Big leaved Aster thrives in well drained soils that are mesic to dry and can form a tall rhizomatous ground cover. Delicate starry white flowers with golden centers begin blooming in August and blossom into October. A favorite of pollinators, it's also the larval host to a variety of small butterflies and moths. Its large, spade